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2012/13 GEORGE GOLDSMITH Exclusive Properties & Sporting Estates

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THE HOME OF COUNTRY CLOTHING THE HOUSE OF BRUAR IS SCOTLAND’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS COUNTRY STORE • IT INCORPORATES 5 LADIES COUNTRY CLOTHING HALLS • SHOE AND HAND BAG DEPARTMENT • A NEW MENSWEAR HALL OF GREAT SIGNIFICANCE FOOD HALL & DELICATESSEN WITH NEW BUTCHERY • 600 SEATER RESTAURANT • COUNTRY LIVING GIFT DEPARTMENT CONTEMPORARY RURAL ART GALLERY • SCOTLANDS LARGEST CASHMERE HALL • AND THE SALE SHOP The House of Bruar By Blair Atholl Perthshire PH18 5TW Telephone 01796 483236 Facsimile 01796 483390 Email [email protected] www.houseofbruar.com George, Catherine, Rosie and Ella Goldsmith – a day’s trout fishing!

Dear Friends and Clients

Welcome to the 2012/13 brochure!

We are delighted to present our latest brochure which we hope will entice you to pick up the phone and book one of our fantastic properties! As you can see, we have some of the finest sporting estates, sporting lodges, large country houses and castles, which are available for your exclusive use.

Whether you are looking to take a dedicated sporting week, a day’s driven shooting, a long weekend with friends and family or arrange a really special celebration to mark a poignant event, we can help. Our first hand knowledge of each property is what counts. What we really like to do is talk to you! This way we can fully understand your requirements and recommend the perfect property or estate. So please do give us a call on 0131 476 6500.

‘Going to the Hill’ - Glyn Satterley’s new book I would like to say a big thank you to Glyn Satterley for his continued and talented work, producing evocative images that stir the soul and feature throughout this brochure. Glyn’s dedicated career has brought to life those everlasting memories in the form of his photography. We are delighted to have been involved in helping Glyn produce his new hardback book ‘Going to the Hill’, which has just been published.

A special thank you to the owners of Benmore Estate, Glencalvie Estate, Glenlyon Estate and Novar Estate for your very generous support in helping Glyn produce his wonderful new book.

We look forward to helping you arrange another memorable holiday.

Yours sincerely

George

GEORGE GOLDSMITH 48 NORTH CASTLE STREET, EDINBURGH, EH2 3LU TEL: 0131 476 6500 | FAX: 0131 476 6501 [email protected] | www.georgegoldsmith.com Crawling, Benmore Estate, Isle of Mull Contents 2012/13

6 Don’t lose sight of the tax

10 Our list of properties 12 Highlands & Islands 50 Aberdeen & Grampian 58 Argyll, Bute & Stirlingshire 70 Perthshire, Angus & Fife 92 Southern Scotland 102 Ireland 106 Properties Abroad

44 Driven Partridge

46 Ultimate House Parties

56 Goldsmith & Co.

84 Dreaming about Fishing

112 Terms and Conditions

Brochure Coordinator: Suzie Mackenzie Smith Design and Artwork : Nicola Forsyth Creative Graphic Design, Tel: 01557 820255 www.forsythcreative.com Photography : Glyn Satterley, Hugh Dickens, George Goldsmith and clients Editorial and Articles : Robert Scott-Dempster, Gillespie Macandrew Advertising : To advertise in the 2013/2014 brochure, contact us on 0131 476 6500 Front Cover : Loch Ba, Benmore Estate, Isle of Mull

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02518_01 GOLDSMITH (C) CERAMICS 2.indd 1 13/01/2012 15:10 02518_01 / GOLDSMITH / COLOUR / CERAMICS COPY DATE: 11 JANUARY / BLEED: 285 x 222 / TRIM: 279 x 216 / TYPE: 250 x 186 / PROOF: 1 (VERSION 2) One cannot but help notice the ever increasing number of wind turbines around the Scottish countryside. Less obvious but just as prevalent are the number of small hydro schemes being installed to supply electricity to many farms and estates as well as providing a very useful source of additional income.

Wind farms in particular may not be business is then looked at. If, the business is everyone’s cup of tea, particularly if it is your found to be a trading business, then all the fate to endure them rather than reap the assets used in the business qualify for BPR. benefits. However, is no exaggeration to say However if the business is found to be an that renewable energy opportunities have, in investment business all the assets used in many cases, funded the essential investment the business do not qualify for BPR. The to bring such properties back to life. Who consequences could be catastrophic for would have thought that grouse and turbines an estate as a large IHT liability has to be would make such good bedfellows! paid either by sale of assets or, if possible, borrowed and repaid out of future profits. But amidst the excitement there are some very important tax considerations which The structure used to develop a green should not be lost sight of. Such schemes energy scheme can either produce trading can result in significant Inheritance Tax (IHT) or investment income. Generally with wind liability on the death of an estate owner. farms the developer leases the ground from This IHT liability is created by the way that the landowner and pays a fluctuating rent “Business Property Relief ” (BPR) deals with linked to the electricity produced. This rental different types of businesses. It divides them income is treated as investment income for into 2 types – trading and investment. The IHT purposes which could tip the business problem is that landed estates and farms are over the trading/investment threshold. generally a mixture of both types of business – they trade by producing produce or earn Hydro schemes tend to be on a smaller scale investment income by renting or letting and the investment required may be financed with the developer. With the correct joint property. by the landowner so creating another trade – venture agreement in place the landowner that of electricity production. This presents becomes involved in another trade so To qualify for BPR a business must be “wholly no problems for BPR. However, if a third maximising the BPR available and minimising or mainly” trading. This means that at least party is developing the hydro scheme, and the potential IHT liability payable in the 51% of its activities must be trading. To assess paying rent to the landowner, that will be future. The IHT savings could be significant. this a series of tests have been developed treated as investment income, so creating the which look at the turnover, profit, time spent same problems as the traditional windfarm While diversification is attractive and the and the capital value of the business assets structure. green income might be a business saver, and allocate them between the investment great care needs to be taken in planning the and trading aspects of the business. Having An alternative arrangement is to develop the operating structure to avoid any unexpected assessed these the overall context of the renewable energy scheme in collaboration IHT bills.

6 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com By Robert Scott-Dempster

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Gillespie Macandrew LLP is a progressive full service law firm providing quality bespoke legal, property and financial services. The firm has a specialist department dedicated to Land and Rural Business and is highly Robert Scott-Dempster, Alistair Anderson, ranked for Agriculture and Rural Affairs by leading legal directories Legal Accredited Specialist in Agricultural Agricultural specialist and member of 500 and Chambers UK. Robert Scott-Dempster and Alistair Anderson are Law and Head of Rural Dept at the Agricultural Law Association Gillespie Macandrew LLP ranked as ‘Leading Individuals’ for Agriculture and Rural Affairs.

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Stalking party, Glencalvie Estate

Our Property List 2012/13

ACHNAGAIRN 13 DELL HOUSE 21 KENNELS COTTAGE 33 ACKERGILL TOWER 14 DIEBIDALE 31 KINGIE LODGE 33 AIKWOOD TOWER 93 DORRERY LODGE 24 KINLOCHMOIDART 34 ALDOURIE CASTLE 15 DOUGARIE ESTATE KINNETTLES CASTLE 76 RIVER ALNESS 16 61 KNOCK HOUSE 60 Amhuinnsuidhe Castle 14 DRUMKILBO 75 LAIRG LODGE 35 ARDTALLA 17 DUIRINISH LODGE LENNOXLOVE 98 ARISAIG HOUSE 18 25 LEYS CASTLE 36 BALFOUR CASTLE 19 DUNMAGLASS LODGE 26 Loch ASSYNT 37 BALLINACURRA 103 EDRADYNATE 76 LUGGALA 105 BALLYFIN 104 EILEAN SHONA 27 MEALL MOR LODGE 38 BALLYMACMOY 105 FAWSYDE HOUSE 53 Mill of Balmaleedie BIGHOUSE ESTATE FASNACLOICH 59 & Gallery Fishings 79 20 FORTER CASTLE 77 MORSGAIL 39 BINSNESS 21 GARYNAHINE 28 BREWLANDS 71 MURTHLY ESTATE 79 GLASNOCK HOUSE 29 BROXMOUTH 94 PERFECT SUNSHINE 106 GLENCALVIE 31 CAMUSERICHT 72 PERSIE 80 CARNELL 93 GLENFERNATE 78 RAEHILLS 99 CAVENS 95 GLENMUICK 52 REDHEUGH LODGE 81 CHESTHILL 73 GORDON CASTLE 54 ROSHVEN 40 CONAGLEN 22 GREEN CRAIG 95 TEASSES 82 CONICHAN 72 GRUINARDS FISHINGS 30 THURSO RIVER 41 CORTES 51 HILTON LODGE 32 TOMATIN HOUSE 37 CRAIGANOUR 74 HOSCOTE HOUSE 96 TRESSADY 42 DALLAS 51 INVERBROOM 32 TULCHAN LODGE 83 DALLICK 75 JUNCTION HOUSE 97 WYVIS LODGE 43

10 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS Scottish Regions 12-43

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Dundee PERTHSHIRE, ANGUS & FIFE Oban Perth St Andrews 70-83 ARGYLL, BUTE & Stirling STIRLINGSHIRE Edinburgh 58-61 Glasgow

Prestwick Ayr

Stranraer SOUTHERN SCOTLAND 92-99

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0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 11 Dramatic coastline on the Isle of Harris photo: Glyn Satterley

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1 ACHNAGAIRN 16 DUNMAGLASS LODGE 2 ACKERGILL TOWER 17 EILEAN SHONA 3 ALDOURIE 18 Garynahine 9 4 RIVER ALNESS 19 GLASNOCK HOUSE 14 33 5 Amhuinnsuidhe Castle 20 GLENCALVIE LODGE 2 6 ARDTALLA 21 GRUINARDS 18 7 ARISAIG HOUSE 22 HILTON LODGE 29 31 8 BALFOUR CASTLE 23 INVERBROOM 13 5 1 27 9 BIGHOUSE ESTATE 24 KENNELS COTTAGE 20 35 10 BINSNESS 25 21 KINGIE LODGE 23 11 CONAGLEN 26 KINLOCHMOIDART 30 36 6 4 12 DELL HOUSE 27 LAIRG LODGE 13 DIEBIDALE LODGE 28 LEYS CASTLE 10 1 29 19 14 DORRERY LODGE LOCH ASSYNT 3 Inverness 22 28 15 DUIRINISH LODGE 30 MEAL MOR LODGE 15 34 31 MORSGAIL 16 12 32 ROSHVEN 24 25 33 THURSO RIVER 34 TOMATIN HOUSE 7 35 TRESSADY LODGE 17 32 Fort William 26 11 36 WYVIS LODGE

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Stirling 12 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com k ir hill , inverness - shire

ACHNAGAIRN HOUSE

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Achnagairn House can sleep fifty five people and has a wonderful oak-panelled ballroom which seats 160 guests. It is the perfect house for a wedding, corporate event or special celebration.

magine a house where the owner builds an oak-panelled ballroom, Isimply for his daughter’s 21st birthday party. Achnagairn is such a house. Not only does it allow you to celebrate all manner of special events in this Great Hall, but, with its twenty-four bedrooms, it permits up to fifty-five people to stay in the house in true luxury. The interior designer has gone to town with both the bedrooms and bathrooms. Each has its own theme and atmosphere, whether you fancy the circular Ring-A-Ring-A-Roses with its round bed, the elegant Dreaming Spires, with its furniture straight from the Savoy Hotel or indeed Happily Ever After, a bedroom so vast that it has its own travertine-clad whirlpool bath looking straight over the triple aspect view. And what a view it is! The main rooms all face onto the formal gardens and rolling hillside, boasting the second highest tree in Scotland.

All the original features of the public rooms have been maintained, from the Corinthian columns of the drawing room through to the miniature oil painting embedded in the gracious marble fireplace. The sense of grandeur is impressive but never intimidating. Achnagairn House retains a warmth which makes it the ideal spot for any gathering, whether friends, colleagues or, indeed, a sumptuous wedding.

YOU SAY... “All our guests agreed with us that the home FROM £8,500 + VAT FOR 2 DAYS provides the perfect setting. Achnagairn House is a real gem!” 1 55 Tamsin and Ed Malone, Hertfordshire, England

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 13 CAITHNESS ckergill Tower, a magnificent 15th century castle situated Ackergill Tower Ain the Far North of Scotland, on the edge of Sinclairs Bay and 3 miles of beach. Ideally located beside Wick Airport, our vehicles will collect you from your flight and drive you the 2 miles to the castle.

Operating for exclusive use, for business or pleasure, the castle is a home from home. Prior to arrival Ackergill help plan a suitable and detailed programme to cover any group’s stay. From discussions to incentives, birthdays and weddings, Ackergill is the perfect location. With 28 bedrooms the castle and cottages combined can accommodate 54 guests comfortably.

For business discussions, the TreeHouse offers the latest meeting facilities. For pleasure, there are a good variety of activities & entertainment – golfing on the neighbouring 18 hole links, clays in the Walled Garden or fly fishing on the well stocked loch. Clifftop walks, kayaking and much more. Evenings informal or formal – pipe band parades, musicals within the Opera House (the most northernly in the UK) Ceilidhs, beach bonfires, fireworks….. It really is a case of deciding what will work for the event, for you, for your guests.

FROM £7,200 + VAT per night (minimum 16 pax) 2 16-54 I sle of H arris mhuinnsuidhe Castle was built in 1867 for the Earl of ADunmore at the foot of the North Harris hills. It is a substantial ‘baronial’ house in a stunning and romantic location with views to South Harris and the islands beyond. The surrounding area is a paradise of steep hills and lochs, white sandy beaches and turquoise seas. From weddings and sporting holidays to hosting conferences Amhuinnsuidhe can cater for all and will be sure to produce wonderful enduring memories. Acknowledged as one of the finest sporting estates in Scotland it is world famous for its salmon and sea trout fishing. All fishing is by fly only and a team of ghillies look after your every need. Some of the finest Red Deer stalking amidst stunning scenery and rolling glens is also available.

Decorated to a very high standard, it contains charming antiques as well as modern facilities, Grand Hall, drawing room, billiard room, library, conference room, panelled dining room with seating for twenty. Six double bedrooms, three twin Amhuinnsuidhe CASTLE rooms and three single rooms all ensuite except one room with private bathroom

Our Head Chef creates exquisite cuisine from local island produce whenever possible. All meals are included with both the dining room and kitchens fully staffed.

Nearby are two golf courses, Harris’s own Atlantic coast 9 hole course and the full 18 holes in Stornoway.

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14 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com LOCH NESS, INVERNESS-SHIRE

ALDOURIE CASTLE ESTATE

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A fairytale castle on the banks of Loch Ness sleeping an impressive twenty eight guests. Aldourie has already become a much sought after venue for really special house parties, celebrations and events.

estling on the quiet south shore of Loch Ness, the Aldourie Castle NEstate offers complete seclusion, tranquillity and a timeless atmosphere in a world of its own. This authentic and very homely Highland retreat is also very accessible, being just fifteen minutes from the centre of Inverness and thirty minutes from the airport.

The Grade A-listed Castle dates back to 1626 and is the only habitable castle on Loch Ness. It has been beautifully restored to cater for your every need, whether it be for a special event or holiday.

Its traditional Great Hall, Red Drawing Room, Laird’s Room, Library, Dining Room and Billiard Room are matched by fifteen outstanding bedrooms, many incorporating turrets and towers and reached by spiral staircases.

Fish on Loch Ness or Highland rivers, enjoy outstanding shooting and stalking on local estates, play golf at Nairn, Royal Dornoch or Castle Stuart, explore both East and West coasts and the surrounding countryside on foot, bicycle, horse, boat, car, train or seaplane.

YOU SAY... From £3,000 + vat PER NIGHT “I guarantee this will be the most memorable place I’ll ever visit in my lifetime” 3 2-44 Susan Bartram, USA, a week with friends and family

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RIVER ALNESS

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If you are planning to stay in one of our houses in the Highlands we have salmon fishing on the River Alness to offer you. This beautiful, fast flowing river in Easter Ross has one of the steepest descents in Scotland and produces good runs of both salmon and sea trout to tempt the novice or experienced angler.

he Alness flows from Loch Morie and some eleven miles later falls Tinto the Cromarty Firth. The Novar Fishings offer six rotating beats, the average length of each beat being about a mile, with typically fifteen to twenty named pools per beat, offering fishing for up to four rods. Both banks are included although most of the fishing is from the southern (right) bank. There is a small, spring run of salmon and sea trout from April to June, and the first of the main grilse runs are expected in early-July. The most productive part of the season is generally from mid-July through until the end of October. The average catch for the six rotating Novar beats over the five years up to and including 2011 is 424 salmon and grilse.

A 12 -13 ft double-handed rod is ideal for this river or you may prefer a single handed 10 -11 footer. The season begins on 15th March and ends on 31st October.

YOU SAY... “As always a great week’s fishing on a beautiful FROM £290 - £580 PER ROD PER WEEK river. First Salmon total in the Campbell family now ten. The word is spreading, fishing on the Alness full gaic qualified 4 has become a fixture not to be missed.” instruction, guide Derwent Campbell, Bath, England and ghillie service

16 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com NOVAR ESTATE, EVANTON, ROSS-SHIRE

ARDTALLA

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Novar Estate is a traditional mixed sporting estate of 20,000 acres, offering excellent driven partridge and pheasant shooting, deer stalking and salmon fishing on the River Alness. Ardtalla offers exceptional, full catered accommodation for up to eighteen guests and is still owned by Sir Hector Munro’s descendants, who will give you the warmest of welcomes.

rdtalla provides luxurious accommodation in which to relax after Aa day on the estate. All bedrooms are en suite with two double/ twin bedrooms on the ground floor and seven on the first floor. Three more bedrooms and two bathrooms are available in Larch Cottage, the annexe to Ardtalla. Dogs are welcome when housed in the kennels outside.

The estate offers a high quality driven partridge shoot, driven pheasant, rough shooting, duck flighting, walked-up grouse and grouse shooting over pointers. Roe deer and limited red deer stalking is also available. You can fish for salmon, sea trout and trout on the River Alness and Loch Morie, and for trout on stocked lochs nearby. If this isn’t your cup of tea, you can explore over 150 miles of private tracks on foot or by mountain bike. Close by are the castles of Dunrobin and Cawdor, Dornoch Cathedral and local whisky distilleries. Golf courses in the area include Royal Dornoch and Nairn. Archery and falconry demonstrations can also be arranged on the estate. YOU SAY... “What a wonderful time we had. Somehow, as a group, FROM £15,200 + VAT PER WEEK – FULLY CATERED FOR 18 GUESTS we managed to catch salmon, shoot clays, have owls land on our heads, learn archery, hike mountains and FROM £200 + VAT PPPN FULLY CATERED FOR WKENDS/SHORT BREAKS gorges and NOT break anything at Ardtalla. Quite an achievement. The girls had terrific fun, Erica 6 was very sweet to us and the household ran beautifully. 18 Really a swell time. Looking forward to next year.” Susan Mikula

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Arisaig House

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Arisaig House enjoys magnificent west coast views across the Sound of Arisaig. Guests can enjoy a private beach at the end of the garden!

ou take the fabled Road to the Isles from Fort William through the Yhills and by glittering lochs to arrive at what must be most people’s ultimate idea of a romantic hideaway.

Arisaig House is set within 19 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland giving majestic views across the Sound of Arisaig towards Moidart. Described as “arguably the West Coast’s smartest B&B with restaurant” (Scottish Field- December 2011).

Arisaig House is available on an fully catered, exclusive use, basis for larger parties. With eight large luxurious en-suite rooms and two rooms that share a bathroom the main house has accommodation for up to 20 guests. There are an additional six, comfortable, self- catering properties enabling you to sleep from 20 to 50, making Arisaig House perfect for a family gathering, a group of friends or that very special wedding venue. The terraces are ideal for outdoor suppers and the walled gardens provide a variety of fresh produce which, along with the lobsters from the creels, supply you with a feast fit for a king.

Log fires in the public rooms, the ultimate place to relax and enjoy a whisky. In an area of outstanding natural beauty from hill walking, train spotting, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, boat trips, fishing to YOU SAY... reading a book - there is something for all the family. “What an absolutely fantastic week, it was the perfect holiday - the best of friends, delicious food PRICE ON APPLICATION and daily adventures - splendid, thank you.” 7 Charlotte Partridge 20-50

18 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com S hapinsay , O r k ney

Balfour Castle

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Balfour Castle has been lovingly restored to a very high standard and now offers superb accommodation with exquisite meals prepared by 2009 Scottish chef of the year Jean-Baptiste Bady.

ust to the north of Kirkwall, Orkney, is the Isle of Shapinsay and Jlooming large on the horizon is the magnificent Balfour Castle - a ‘calendar house’ (52 rooms, 7 turrets,12 exterior doors and 365 panes of glass!) designed by David Bryce (who also built Fettes College) for the Laird, David Balfour in 1847. The estate’s private launch will collect you from Kirkwall and power you to the pier at Shapinsay in under 10 minutes!

Balfour Castle has recently had a major make-over to an extremely high standard (VisitScotland 5 star Exclusive Use). There are nine luxurious bedrooms, six en suite and three further bedrooms with shared bathrooms. The bathrooms are decorated with De Gournay hand-painted silk wallpaper and have deep reconditioned Victorian baths.

Many of the public rooms - the dining room, the wood-panelled library (with secret passage), the drawing room (with the original wall- paper), the ‘gallery’ and the morning room are much as they were in 1847, but much warmer with log burning stoves and open fires!

The Castle kitchen garden supplies our award-winning Chef with the freshest of produce for finest of dining (with wine cellar to match!) and flowers that decorate the rooms.

PRICE ON APPLICATION YOU SAY... “You have done so much over the last couple of years 8 to make Balfour a very remarkable place to stay. 18 Jean Baptiste produced non-stop glorious food and not least we slept and bathed in rooms of incomparable comfort.”

Robert Bland, Shropshire

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BIGHOUSE estate

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Bighouse Lodge is in a wonderful position on the north coast of Scotland and offers fabulous mixed sporting opportunities on the estate. There is a very good chance of the ultimate prize, a MacNab!

he Estate lies on the north coast of Sutherland in a stunning Tlocation at the mouth of the River Halladale and adjacent to the sea and an amazing beach. The comfortable Georgian Lodge, recently refurbished, has 12 double and twin ensuite bedrooms and an adjoining cottage with a further 4 bedrooms and bathrooms.

On the sporting side, the guests have a choice of stalking over 60,000 acres and fishing for salmon on the River Halladale (5 year average is 825). In addition there is loch fishing (bank and boat), roe and hind stalking, walked up grouse and rough shooting, a driven partridge shoot, wild fowling and sea fishing both from the beach or boat in the bay or out of Scrabster.

The estate is very family orientated. This year, in 2 weeks, we had 15 first time salmon and 3 first time stags. Both events provided great excitement. The MacNab is also possible and each year several clients achieve this milestone!!!

For the non sportsmen, the nearest 18 hole links golf course lies only 10 minutes away. In addition to a variety of walks, the guest can visit the Castle of Mey, the Orkneys, Smoo Caves and many other attractions.

The Bighouse Estate can provide something for everyone, it is a first class family destination!!! YOU SAY... PRICE ON APPLICATION “The fishing and stalking were all good, a highlight 9 for me was my daughter catching her first salmon. 24-32 Bighouse is a unique place for a large gathering of families because, with the beach, it offers great appeal for both adults and children.”

20 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Jeremy Gordon FINDHORN, MORAYSHIRE insness is like an island without the disadvantages. It stands Balone on Findhorn Bay, surrounded on two sides by water and sheltered by 5000 acres of Culbin Forest. Sixteen miles of white sandy beach are only a short walk away and stretch all the way to Nairn, perfect for picnics. Sailing lessons are available nearby at the Findhorn Boat Centre.

Findhorn Bay was always known for its micro-climate, reputedly having the third highest sunshine count in the British Isles. Very unusually for Scotland, the grounds are free of midges. The garden is fabulous and was once open to the public, with an avenue of Irish yews leading down to the sea. Binsness is over a mile from the nearest house but only five miles from the pretty town of Forres, mentioned in Macbeth. BINSNESS The house dates from the seventeenth century and has great charm. There has been extensive refurbishment to all four bathrooms and the kitchen. There are six double/ twin bedrooms and three singles providing comfortable accommodation for thirteen. A pretty sun porch, with a roof terrace above, offers stunning views over the garden and bay.

A full time cook/housekeeper is available by request at an additional charge.

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WHITEBRIDGE, INVERNESS-SHIRE ell House is a beautiful eighteenth century Georgian DHouse, located in a secluded spot perfect for wildlife lovers. Grebe and divers can be spotted on the hill lochs and there are pine martens, red squirrels and deer in the area.

Within the traditional and elegantly furnished house there is a double en suite bedroom, a twin en suite bedroom, four further twin bedrooms, three single bedrooms and three further bathrooms. Local catering can be arranged if desired. The cosy Garden Cottage is attached to Dell House and can accommodate a further four people. Fechlin Cottage is also nearby and can accommodate eight people.

Dell House is ideal for a sporting holiday with a renowned partridge and pheasant shoot, challenging duck flighting on 6 lochs and walked up sport including woodcock. Walked- up grouse is available on the estate’s higher ground whilst DELL HOUSE challenging stalking for red, sika or roe deer can also be arranged.

For fishermen there is excellent trout fishing on the Fechlin River or on the estate’s many hill lochs. Lunch in the fishing hut on the sixty-acre Loch Kemp is a particular favourite with many guests. Salmon fishing can also be arranged.

FROM £1,900 PER WEEK GARDEN COTTAGE £400 + PER WEEK FECHLIN COTTAGE £600 + PER WEEK 12 14

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 21 ARDGOUR, INVERNESS-SHIRE

CONAGLEN

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The 40,000 acre estate of Conaglen with its charming traditional Highland home will suit a family or party looking for an active holiday in breathtaking west coast surroundings.

uests are encouraged to make use of the full-size snooker table, Gthe table tennis room, the piano, the nine-hole pitch and putt golf course and the superb gardens. Private salmon and sea trout fishing is available on the Cona and Scaddle rivers at no additional charge. There is a stocked brown trout pond near the house and good wild trout fishing in hill lochs on and around the estate. In addition the estate’s boat is available, by prior arrangement, for sea and loch fishing on Lochs Linnhe, Eil and Sheil. A selection of rods is available, although the serious angler should bring his own tackle. Conaglen Estate offers stalking during the season for up to two parties on the hill daily and duck flighting is also available during the applicable season.

First floor bedrooms are en suite and further bedrooms are available on the second floor. Conaglen House is spacious and comfortable with its grand hall, formal dining and drawing rooms, large informal snug and billiard room. There is also a large traditional kitchen, drying and laundry rooms, a gun room and spacious utility areas. The permanent housekeeper, cook and house staff will provide a fully serviced breakfast and dinner, packed lunches and afternoon tea. Fort William is only thirteen miles and Glasgow airport ninety-five miles YOU SAY... away. “Quite the most beautiful place. The accommodation was superb and the staff looked after us brilliantly. It was the perfect place for FROM £4,650 PER WEEK INC COOK AND STAFF our 70th Birthday celebration taking in all three generations.” 11 18 Mrs Thorburn, near Peebles, Scotland

22 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Modern Sporting The Sporting Sales to include sporting pictures, prints, Guns, Rifles & works of art, books & jewellery Vintage Firearms Forthcoming auctions Wednesday 2 May Forthcoming auctions A fine pair of 12-bore (2 5/8in) Wednesday 7 November Wednesday 4 April self-opening sidelock ejector guns by J. Purdey & Sons, Wednesday 25 July +44 (0) 131 240 0916 no. 24108/9 Wednesday 5 December [email protected] Sold for £49,250

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International Auctioneers and Valuers - bonhams.com/guns HAL K IR , CAITHNESS ituated on the slopes of Ben Dorrery, the Lodge offers DORRERY LODGE Sstunning views across moorland to the spectacular Morven range of mountains. A classic example of an Edwardian shooting lodge, Dorrery retains most of its original features and has a fascinating history – the tower bears the Royal cipher of King Edward VII and the seven-acre gardens are a haven for many birds.

Ideal for the sporting enthusiast, there are extensive deer forests containing red and roe deer close to the Lodge. The salmon rivers Thurso and Forss are close as are the famous trout lochs Calder and Watten. Dramatic coastline and unspoilt beaches are also within a short drive.

Recently renovated, the Lodge offers flexible accommodation for up to fourteen guests and can be divided to provide an area for staff. Guests can enjoy the drawing room and billiard room with 500 volumes on field sports. Sleeping accommodation comprises two kingsize bedrooms, two double bedrooms, two twin bedrooms and two single bedrooms. Three bathrooms all with original Edwardian fittings. Large family kitchen with four oven Aga. Linen is included.

Gundogs are welcome by prior arrangement.

FROM £2,900 PER WEEK 14 14

NEED A SUPERB BOAT WITH (OR WITHOUT) BOATMAN ?

Available by day, week or month • 30+ knots • 10 passengers + crew www.scotlandribcharter.co.uk • Toilet and galley on board Tel: 07836 611699 • MCA Coded Cat 3 NEAR PLOC K TON, WESTER ROSS

DUIRINISH LODGE

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The north-west coast provides a unique and breathtaking location for active or relaxing holidays. Duirinish Lodge offers a warm and welcoming base to enjoy everything that’s spectacular, natural and green about Scotland.

uirinish Lodge is located in Wester Ross, just two miles from Plockton, Dand close to the bridge to the Isle of Skye. It affords spectacular panoramic views across the Inner Sound to the Cuillin Range, Raasay, Applecross and Torridon.

The Lodge is set within 18 acres of secluded woodlands, including an organic fruit and vegetable garden, the seasonal produce of which is available for our guests to enjoy. Plockton is a picturesque fishing village with great pubs and restaurants. The Isle of Skye boasts many excellent restaurants, including Kinloch Lodge with its proud Michelin star.

Duirinish is ideally placed for walking and climbing, either in the mountains of Kintail and Skye, or along leisurely coastal walks around Skye and Applecross. Sea-fishing, riding and cycling are all nearby and bicycles are provided at the lodge.

The Lodge offers 5-star accommodation for up to 10 people in six bedrooms. The lodge has an electric Aga; and the central heating and hot water system is provided by green energy. There are also 3 log fires.

Duirinish Lodge welcomes guests for civil weddings / partnership ceremonies, family re-unions and other special events, as well as those seeking tranquility and seclusion in the stunning landscapes of the north- west Highlands and Islands.

Driving time from Edinburgh and Glasgow 4 hours, from Inverness 2 YOU SAY... hours. “Two blissful weeks. A perfect sanctuary to relax and unwind, beyond our expectations. FROM £2,800 PER WEEK We’ll be back next year.” 15 Amanda and John Clifton, North Yorkshire 10

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 25 DUNMAGLASS ESTATE, INVERNESS-SHIRE

DUNMAGLASS LODGE

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Dunmaglass Lodge, situated on the Dunmaglass Estate, is available for house parties wanting a real Highland retreat. A wonderful estate and only an hour from Inverness.

Seat of the Clan MacGillvray, this traditional shooting lodge occupies a secluded position on the renowned 13,000 acre Dunmaglass Estate. It is situated about forty minutes drive south-west of Inverness in an area steeped in Clan history in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

The Lodge, with its three reception rooms, billiard room and nine bedrooms (and four bathrooms), not only offers great comfort but also an ideal base for families wishing to explore the Highlands and nearby Loch Ness. Both Inverness and Fort Augustus are within an hour’s drive and Aviemore is just over an hour.

There are plenty of walks to enjoy on the Estate whether heading for the hill tops or alongside Loch Conagleann where trout fishing is available. The countryside abounds with wildlife; red, sika and roe deer can often be seen, there is also an interesting variety of bird life. Further afield there are several golf courses to choose from including the championship course at Nairn. Around the lodge the well tended walled garden provides further interest along with the all weather tennis court.

A cook and housekeeper are included in the rent for the lodge.

FROM £7,000 + VAT PER WEEK YOU SAY... “We had the most special time at Dunmaglass and FROM £4,500 + VAT PER SHORT BREAK are already looking for an excuse to return in the 16 future.” 16 Timothy Ramsay, Sussex

26 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com A PRIVATE ISLAND, WEST COAST, ARGYLL

EILEAN SHONA

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Eilean Shona House enjoys a sensational position on this privately owned 2000 acre island. Situated on the west coast of Scotland it offers a complete escape. A quick five minute boat trip from the mainland sets you down on the Eilean Shona jetty! What more of an escape do you want!

ilean Shona House is stunningly situated on its own privately owned Eisland set at the entrance to Loch Moidart in Argyll. Measuring some two miles long and one and a half miles wide and extending to 2000 acres, this beautiful island is just a short boat ride from the mainland. Eilean Shona House has been upgraded to a high standard to provide very comfortable family accommodation for a party of up to 14.

Eilean Shona lends itself to an extensive variety of activities including billiards, tennis, archery, swimming, fishing, canoeing, rowing, sailing and boating. The island’s secluded paths through the woodland and over the open hills provide an opportunity for some energetic hill walking, while at the south west corner of the island there is a beautiful white sandy beach. This is fully exposed at low tide and is wonderful for swimming in the summer. This is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and tranquility who simply wish to relax in wonderful surroundings away from the pressures of everyday life.

The property is available for let from April through to October on a six night basis from Tuesday through to Monday.

YOU SAY... “Eilean Shona is a magical and very special place FROM £6,000 - £8,000 6 nights, Tuesday - monday that we love going to each year. It provides a complete switch-off and so unique being on your £6,000 for 12 guests £8,000 for 16 guests very own private island, away from it all, yet only 5 minutes by boat from the mainland.” 17 16 Paul O Hea, Surrey, England

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 27 I sle of L ewis

Garynahine

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Garynahine Lodge offers some great mixed sport including six rods on the Blackwater river, walked up grouse, woodland stalking and fabulous woodcock shooting later on in the season.

arynahine Lodge is situated on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis and is Gapproximately 15 miles from Stornoway Airport. The Lodge has recently been completely renovated and is available on a catered or self catered basis.

Garynahine Estate has in excess of forty inland lochs and the whole of the River Blackwater, which extends to approximately four miles of double bank fishing. The salmon fishing five year average is 147 fish, with 258 salmon landed in 2011. The sea trout five year average is 90 fish, with 190 sea trout landed in 2011. The estate gamekeeper/ghillie is always on hand to help and advise.

Migrating woodcock arrive in large numbers from Scandinavia in late autumn and provide very challenging and unique driven shooting. There is also the opportunity for mixed, walked up shooting to include woodcock, grouse and snipe. Wildfowling by the shore, on the ponds and flight lines is also available. Red Deer stalking can also be carried out on the estate.

There is lots to do and see in the local area which include, the famous Callanish Stones, the ancient Black house villages and Brochs, Tweed Mills and Galleries with mementoes of the Island, which are all worth a visit.

The Island’s botany is particularly interesting and there are wonderful, deserted golden shell beaches with some of the finest surfing anywhere in the United Kingdom. YOU SAY... “This is shooting as it should be, beautiful wild birds PRICE ON APPLICATION in their natural habitat, raw and unspoiled nature.”

7 18 Mr Hugenholtz, Holland 18

28 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com N ear L ochcarron , W ester R oss

Glasnock House

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Glasnock House offers great style and comfort and enjoys superb views over the Loch Carron estate in this breathtaking part of Scotland.

lasnock House has been recently built to a very high standard Gand the owner has spared no expense in the design and creation of this exquisite country house. It is located in an enviable position accessed down a 1km track and 5km from the nearest resident neighbour yet less than 2 hours drive from Inverness Airport and 45 mins over the hill to Applecross.

The house offers extremely comfortable accommodation for up to six guests providing a master bedroom en-suite and two further double bedrooms, one converting into a twin, that share a large bathroom. There is a spacious living room with wood burning stove and large fully equipped Smallbone kitchen with French doors leading out onto a courtyard garden.

For the health conscious there is also a fully equipped gym with glass fronted wall looking out to the stunning views. The house features under floor heating throughout, 50” plasma screen, full sky package, stereo with surround sound and iPod docking station, fast broadband/ WiFi and full mobile phone reception.

There is plenty to do in the area. Stalking, salmon & trout fishing are all available upon request or you can explore the beautiful countryside and gorgeous beaches. YOU SAY... Waiting for your wonderful testimonial as Glasnock is new to the market this year! FROM £1,150-£1,700 PER WEEK 19 6

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 29 GLENCALVIE ESTATE, SUTHERLAND

GRUINARDS FISHINGS

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The Gruinards beat offers some of the best fishing on the River Carron.

he River Carron is a renowned Highland salmon river and provides Texceptional fishing amongst some of the most glorious countryside. It drains a catchment of 156 sq miles with its source derived only five miles from the west coast. The river rises principally in Gleann Beag and Gleann Mor absorbing its major tributaries the Alladale River, the Diebidale Water and the Blackwater before descending seven miles to the Kyle of Sutherland at Bonar Bridge. The Carron has long been known by the fishing fraternity as one of Scotland’s most productive spate rivers with a spring run that competes with the best in the north.

The Gruinards beat extends to approximately four miles of right bank fishing, which includes a variety of pools and runs providing exciting and productive fishing in most conditions. There are twenty seven main pools on the beat including the well known Upper and Lower Craigs, Keepers, Pigeon Rock, The Morail, Gardeners, the Boat Pool and the Washer Woman. There is a good vehicular and pedestrian access to the beat throughout.

Gruinards, which lies opposite Braelangwell, is a four rod beat. The two estates have a longstanding arrangement to ensure there is no one fishing opposite; this ensures considerate and private fishing.

Glencalvie offers to all the guests the use of a comfortable bothy at Gruinards throughout the day. Facilities include an open plan sitting room/dining area with small kitchen and cloakroom. YOU SAY... From £2,500 + VAT for 4 rods “The Carron is one of these rivers that if the water is right the fishing is marvellous. I was lucky 21 enough to catch three salmon in one afternoon!” David Hunter – Glasgow, Scotland

30 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com xtending to over 20,000 acres, Glencalvie Estate is

Eapproached through part of the ancient forest of Caledonia. GLENCALVIE ESTATE, sutherland From the estate there are lovely views to the east and west coasts.

Glencalvie Estate has some of the best fishing on the River Carron, including the famous Morail pool on the Gruinards beat which fishes well from March onwards. Subject to availability, fishing can be arranged with Amat Estate on a rotating beat to provide double bank fishing for a further four rods. The first fish arrive at Glencalvie at the beginning of May and right through to the end of the season rods can enjoy spectacular sport. Fishings are let either with or without accommodation at both Diebidale and Glencalvie Lodge.

From August onwards, stalking is available for one or two rifles with six stags being taken each week. GLENCALVIE LODGE

Glencalvie Lodge offers comfortable accommodation for up to fourteen people, each with their own bathroom.

There is a small loch in front of the lodge which is stocked with brown trout, and a hard tennis court.

From £8,000 + VAT with fishing on the Glencalvie and Gruinards Beats 20 14

GLENCALVIE ESTATE, SUTHERLAND iebidale Lodge on the Glencalvie Estate has recently DIEBIDALE LODGE Dbeen extended and refurbished to provide comfortable accommodation for family parties of up to ten guests. Situated in a commanding but secluded position up Glen Diebidale, the lodge is the perfect retreat for the sportsman or family who wish to enjoy the grandeur of the Highlands in comfort.

From £3,000 + VAT 13 10

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 31 NEAR TOMICH, INVERNESS-SHIRE ilton Lodge is a beautiful family home with great character on the 4,500 acre Guisachan Estate, Happroximately fifty minutes from Inverness. At the head of Strathglass, it is a short walk from two of Scotland’s highest waterfalls and near to the famous Glen Affric.

Trout fishing on the estate lochs, salmon fishing on the Rivers Glass, Farrar and Beauly and stalking later in the season make it perfect for a sporting break. Golf, walking, birdwatching and riding are all within easy access, including world-class courses at Royal Dornoch and Nairn.

Hilton Lodge has a spacious and comfortable feel for parties of up to fifteen. There is a large cedar-panelled drawing room, dining room and a study/library/sitting room as well as all the HILTON LODGE usual space you would expect of characterful country home. Sleeping arrangements comprise of four double bedrooms, two twin rooms, three single rooms and four bathrooms. Linen and towels are included.

FROM £1,750 PER WEEK 22 NEAR ULLAPOOL, WESTER ROSS he Victorian sporting lodge of Inverbroom is idyllically set INVERBROOM Thalf a mile from the head of Loch Broom, along the coast from the fishing port of Ullapool, and is ideal for either a sporting or family holiday. The estate stretches to approximately 20,000 acres and includes the whole of the west bank of the River Broom.

The lodge has eight double bedrooms, two smaller bedrooms and nine bathrooms. Downstairs there is a large sitting room with log fire, dining room, kitchen and games room with snooker table. All linens and towels are included.

Fishing on the classic spate River Broom runs from mid-June right through to the end of September and the estate has four fly rods. There is plentiful salmon and trout fishing on remote hill lochs and a boat is available by arrangement on the largest of these. Stalking is available for one or two rifles from August. Nearby Ullapool has a nine-hole golf course and daily boat trips to the Summer Isles and the ferry to Stornoway both leave from the port.

Swimming pool with jacuzzi and sauna will be open late spring and available for use at an additional cost. From £1,995 - £4,200 23 16

32 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Kincraig , I nverness - shire ennels Cottage is a quaint, character stone built cottage Kset amongst spectacular scenery in the heart of 47,000 acre Glenfeshie Estate. Glenfeshie is a dedicated sporting and conservation estate in the Cairngorm National Park and is noted for its ancient Caledonian pine forest and abundance of wildlife. Kennels Cottage is ideally suited to take advantage of salmon fishing on the river Feshie. The recently renovated cottage boasts modern facilities set against traditional Highland décor of tartan and tweed. It features cosy living accommodation with the additional benefit of open fire in the living room and wood-burning stove in the dining room. The property sleeps six comfortably between 2 well appointed twin-bedded rooms upstairs and a double bedroom downstairs. In addition there are two quirky sets of bunks available, which are suitable for additional children by Kennels Cottage arrangement. There are numerous activities available locally including horse riding, golf, skiing, watersports and clay pigeon shooting. Electricity, logs and housekeeping are included in the weekly rent. Suitable for children over the age of 3.

£1,400 PER WEEK 24 6 N ear I nvergarry ingie Lodge enjoys wonderful views over the glen and Kthe hills beyond. The 17,000 acre deer forest is reached by crossing Loch Quoich, which is set in truly spectacular mountainous scenery, offering challenging and rugged stalking in a great wilderness area.

The Lodge provides comfortable accommodation for up to fourteen people. There is a large reception hall, kitchen, dining room, spacious sitting room with open fire and a billiards room. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms with en suites, double bedroom, four twin bedrooms with another bathroom and shower room. Additional accommodation can be found in an , I nverness - shire estate cottage.

For stalkers, late August to early October is stag cull season and hind stalking starts from late October until mid-February. Additional stalking can be arranged on a nearby family-owned estate. There is brown trout fishing on Loch Quoich and alternative trout and sea fishing can be arranged. There are KINGIE LODGE gentle hill walks on the estate and five ‘Munros’ for the more adventurous.

FROM £2,000 PER WEEK 25 14

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 33 NEAR FORT WILLIAM, INVERNESS-SHIRE

KINLOCHMOIDART

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This is the perfect place for a large family gathering or to celebrate a special occasion. The main house and all the cottages can sleep fifty guests.

inlochmoidart House stands in a stunning location on the 5,000 Kacre Kinlochmoidart Estate, close to the shores of Loch Moidart. The area is steeped in history and was once used as a resting place by Bonnie Prince Charlie. Recently renovated, the house is now made up of four self-contained properties.

The main house, incorporating the Grand Hall, has accommodation for up to eighteen. Leiper House, adjacent, is spacious with many period features and has accommodation for nine. The Turret, the former service wing, has charming accommodation for four. Glenfield sleeps two and is similar to The Turret.

You can rent the houses in their entirety for a large party or wedding and there are a further four cottages available which sleep seventeen. A local cook is available on request and full catering services can be arranged.

Salmon fishing is to be found on three miles of the River Moidart, a typical west coast spate river and excellent trout fishing on the hill lochs. Sea fishing can be arranged nearby; the coast is just a mile and a half away and there is a wonderful beach at Glenuig. YOU SAY... “Kinlochmoidart was fantastic. We knew it was a superb location but had not expected the house to FROM £2,500 - £3,600 PER WEEK be quite so accommodating. We relaxed as soon as we got there until the moment we left two weeks 26 later.” 18-50 Mr Mike Smith, London, England

34 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com LAIRG ESTATE, SUTHERLAND

LAIRG LODGE

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Salmon fishing for eight rods on the productive Upper Shin with very comfortable accommodation in Lairg Lodge.

or excellent salmon fishing or a Highland holiday, Lairg Lodge is Fideally situated just one hour’s drive from Inverness.

Originally one of the Duke of Sutherland’s hunting lodges, it retains its original character while offering the highest levels of comfort. Plentiful hot water, deep Victorian baths, new beds, thick towels and Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a great night’s sleep. The Lodge’s levels and wings provide a series of interesting spaces, with ten double/ twin bedrooms and one single bedroom, seven bathrooms and three further toilets. Living areas include two sitting rooms, a dining room with seating for fourteen, a billiard room with dartboard, a large, practical kitchen and ample drying space.

Fully staffed, the Lodge enjoys a justifiably good reputation for its domestic service and a ghillie is on hand for sporting requirements. Cooks can be arranged for guests.

For fishing enthusiasts, the three miles of double-bank fishing on the Upper Shin enjoy consistent water levels all year round; the average rod catch per week is seventeen fish. There are trout on the estate river and lochs and red and roe stalking can be arranged. Many world-class golf courses are within a short drive. YOU SAY... “I have spent eleven very happy weeks at Lairg Lodge, and I hope to have many more. I have From £5,300 + vat personally landed over fifty Shin salmon, three Lodge for up to 12 and 4 rods on the Upper Shin of which weighed in excess of 20lbs. It is a very special place.” 27 14 Julian Pullan, Hampshire, England

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 35 INVERNESS

Leys Castle

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Leys Castle is ideal for a special occasion together with some great sport within very easy access from Inverness Airport.

eys Castle Estate is an all round sporting estate of over 3000 acres situated Lin an elevated position with spectacular views over the City of Inverness, the Moray Firth, the Black Isle and beyond.

The area around Leys Castle is well known for its scenic beauty and superb opportunities for mixed sporting, including red deer stalking, pheasant & grouse shooting and salmon fishing. The Castle is only two miles from all the amenities of Inverness City Centre and only twelve miles from Inverness Airport making it very accessible.

For those wishing a day away from the moor or the river there are a fantastic selection of championship golf courses within easy reach, including the fabulous new Castle Stuart links course and numerous local attractions such as the Malt Whisky Trail, Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield.

The Grade A-listed Castle, built in 1883, offers luxuriously restored accommodation suitable for all events and occasions. There are 8 individually designed bedrooms and the reception rooms include the elegant drawing room, the grand dining room, the atmospheric library and the comfortable billiard room.

YOU SAY... A new addition to our exclusive portfolio and waiting for your positive feedback. PRICE ON APPLICATION 7 28 16

36 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com och Assynt Lodge is a grand Victorian hunting lodge located Lin the beautiful landscape of Loch Assynt in Sutherland, Scotland.

Originally built in 1870, the house is in immaculate condition B y L airg , S utherland and harbours an astonishing feature of charcoal wall sketches depicting early fishing and stalking scenes from the estate. The Lodge features a large dining room with seating for up to 18 guests, eight large bedrooms (5 doubles, 2 twins, bunk room sleeping 4), and three bathrooms furnished to the highest standard. There is a boat moored on Loch Assynt and on one of the hill lochs, plus a RIB for coastal exploration. Whether it’s for stalking, shooting, fishing, or walking, deserted white beaches or snow capped mountains why not come and relax in the heart of stunning North West Sutherland and experience firsthand one of the last truly wild and magnificent Loch Assynt Lodge places left in Britain. What our guests say: “Just to arrive at such a magical place fulfilled my every expectation of this all too short week. To then discover the joys and pleasures of scintillating company, breathtaking scenery, indulgent gastronomic pleasures and faultless service made, for me, this a week of weeks” - Nigel Larvey, Norfolk

PRICE ON APPLICATION 29 18 TOMATIN, INVERNESS-SHIRE omatin House dates from 1640 and enjoys an idyllic Tprivate setting surrounded by lawns and woodlands. The house offers very comfortable accommodation for up to fifteen people, making it a marvellous location for a family holiday with salmon fishing on the River Findhorn.

Within the house there is an elegant drawing room and sitting room both with open fires, dining room seating twelve, kitchen with Aga, larder, pantry, laundry, play room, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, double bedroom, two twin bedrooms, three single bedrooms, three bathrooms, one with a separate shower, two further twin bedrooms and bathroom. Linen and towels provided. Two kennels. There is a tennis court and croquet lawn within the grounds together with wonderful river walks for guests to enjoy.

TOMATIN HOUSE Salmon and brown trout fishing (fly only) is available for up to six rods. The Tomatin House beat on the River Findhorn extends to approximately two and a half miles of single left bank fishing with ten named pools. Salmon fishing for six rods starts from £1000.

Inverness, Aviemore and the Cairngorms are all within half an hour’s drive.

FROM £2,300 PER WEEK 34 15

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 37 K ILDERMORIE ESTATE, EASTER ROSS

MEALL MOR LODGE

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Meall Mor Lodge sits above a bend of the River Alness. At night, with the windows open, you can drift off to sleep listening to the sound of the river, dreaming of a salmon, a grouse or a stag the next day.

urrounded by 19,000 acres of the Kildermorie Estate, which is Sconsidered to be one of the finest in Ross-shire for all round sport, the lodge is beautifully equipped and spacious with central heating, period furniture and a cook’s dream of a modern kitchen. The ten individually styled bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and one of the suites has disabled facilities.

There is first-class stalking for red, roe and sika and six magnificent lochs, all with boats, for trout fishing. Meanwhile, the river boasts beautiful fly pools for salmon and sea trout with a recently added prime beat of the lower River Alness which averages more than seventy salmon and sea trout per season.

Whatever your needs, be they corporate, conference, family holiday or special occasion, you will enjoy birch log fires in surroundings of exquisite beauty and the chance to see the Scottish five - golden eagle, osprey, falcon, pine marten and otter. Additional accommodation is available in cottages on the estate and dogs have their own kennels and runs.

YOU SAY... “Kildermorie is a wonderful estate. There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space, and for children to “be boisterous” without unduly disturbing the overriding calm of the place and FROM £2,500 PER WEEK their parents! We had a great time and will be 30 back for more.” 20 Mike McNaught-Davis, Edinburgh, Scotland

38 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com isle of lewis , outer hebrides

morsgail

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Morsgail, situated on the beautiful west coast of the Isle of Lewis, is the perfect place to get away from it all. This wonderful mixed sporting estate offers salmon and sea trout fishing, walked-up grouse, stalking and rough shooting.

orsgail is a mixed sporting estate of some 14,000 acres set in a Mremarkable wilderness. It offers extraordinary tranquility and the opportunity of walking all day without seeing another soul. Your only company will be deer and eagles. For sportsmen, there is the chance of that elusive Macnab, which the owner achieved in 2010.

Loch Morsgail and the Upper and Lower River is easily accessible from the lodge, making it tempting to try a cast before breakfast or before going to bed. The estate offers both river and loch fishing for salmon, sea trout and brown trout, with two boats on Morsgail Loch and access to Loch Langavat. There are countless lochs to explore on foot. Hebridean red deer stalking with the resident stalker is available, as well as grouse shooting over pointers. Snipe and woodcock can also be shot in season.

Recently refurbished to a very high standard, Morsgail is a spacious lodge in a fabulous position on the edge of the loch with breathtaking views from the rooms. The lodge provides fully catered accommodation with three double and two twin rooms each with en suite facilities. There is a stunning dining and reception room and a television/games room. The lodge has its own sea-going boat and trips can be arranged to other islands and sandy beaches. For the adventurous, surfing and kite surfing are available nearby. YOU SAY... “Extraordinary wilderness, good weather and too much to do. We saw eagles with almost FROM £5,975 PER WEEK fc inc.fishing monotonous regularity and our party shot, stalked, £6,995 PER WEEK fc inc.fishing & 2 x WALKED-UP GROUSE SHOOTS fished, picnicked and collected the juiciest mussels we’ve ever eaten. The service we received from 31 Malcolm and the team was excellent.” 12 C. Richardson, Surrey, England

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 39 NEAR MALLAIG, INVERNESS-SHIRE

ROSHVEN

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Roshven is a wonderful west coast house for up to 20 people, with amazing sea views and your own private beach, boats and so much more! Having been beautifully restored over the last three years Roshven is now available for a limited number of weeks.

oshven is a magnificent house situated on a secluded and private Rbeach on the west coast of Scotland. Sleeping up to 20 guests in 10 bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms, the property has just been renovated to a very high standard. A mix of traditional and modern, the house includes under-floor heating, open fires, a beautiful panelled library and four poster beds. There is a gorgeous boat house that sleeps a further 6, allowing you to extend your house party to 26 should you want.

There are 40 acres of grounds, a huge flat lawn which is ideal for sports, marquee etc, a recently created formal garden and hills with mature trees, azaleas, rhododendrons etc.

At the west end of the lawn is a large beautiful sandy beach, with an island where children love to swim from. It is unusual that anyone else is on the beach. The whole bay is a complete play ground for all ages.

With activities ranging from canoeing, picnicing on beaches only accessible by boat, fishing, hill walking or driving around the west coast and islands, you will have a considerable list of pursuits to choose from.

YOU SAY... “Roshven is our pride and joy, our friends and £12,000 PER WEEK INC THE BOATHOUSE & COOK. TOTAL ACCOM 26 their children adore it and so will any visitors I am certain.” 32 20 Angus McDonald - London, England

40 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com C aithness

THURSO river

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The remoteness and tranquility of the far North, coupled with superb salmon fishing are amongst the main attractions of this beautiful part of Scotland.

he Thurso is among the best salmon rivers in the north and enjoys Ta long productive season. The river fishes best from April to October with the larger catches occurring from July to the end of the season; well in excess of 2000 salmon were caught in both 2010 and 2011 seasons. Fishing is by fly only and the majority of spring fish exceed ten pounds.

From mid-March to the end of May the upper beats tend to be the most productive. The grilse can provide tremendous sport from early July onwards when sea-liced summer salmon enter the river right through to the end of the season. Two rods fish on each stretch moving downstream by two beats each day allowing both upper and lower water to be fished in one week.

Parties are encouraged to stay at the Ulbster Arms Hotel, which is perfectly situated on the river bank in the village of Halkirk – for further information and details see www.ulbsterarmshotel.co.uk for the Hotel and www.thursoriver.co.uk for the River.

YOU SAY... “The 2011 season was another excellent year, returning the Thurso to it’s rightful place at the top MAR-OCT 33 table of Scottish salmon rivers.” £495-£820 +VAT PER ROD PER WEEK Anders Olsen, Denmark

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 41 ROGART, SUTHERLAND

TRESSADY HOUSE

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Beautifully restored and renovated house with a variety of mixed sport available on the estate; including driven pheasant and partridge, stalking, fishing and walked up shooting.

he 22,000 acre Tressady Estate offers a traditional Highland Tsporting experience close to Sutherland’s east coast. Tressady House is available throughout the year for twelve to fourteen guests. The newly converted shooting lodge, for smaller parties, provides very comfortable accommodation comprising four bedrooms and three bathrooms, suitable for up to eight people. Housekeeping is included for the main house and a cook is available by arrangement.

The estate has a great range of sport to offer including salmon and sea trout fishing over five miles of double bank fishing on the River Fleet, a small spate river. Nearly 100 fish have been caught on our stretch of river since 2009. There are also eight miles of upper Brora for the more adventurous angler. Trout fishing on three hill lochs including Yves Loch near the house. Red deer stalking for two rifles, with over seventy stags stalked and fifteen per week expected after September 15th. Driven pheasant and partridge shooting, walked- up shooting together with very good woodcock shooting later in the season averaging twenty five per day.

Clay shooting can be arranged on the estate, together with riding and golf at Dornoch which is closeby.

FROM £4900 PER WEEK, INC. HOUSEKEEPER YOU SAY... LODGE FROM £1500 PER WEEK SC “We had a fantastic day’s woodcock shooting – never to be forgotten.” 35 12-14 Carlos Marcello, Milan, Italy

42 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com NEAR EVANTON, EASTER ROSS

WYVIS LODGE

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Wyvis Lodge is the ultimate remote and relaxing Highland retreat. It has one of the most breathtaking locations at the head of its own glen, accessed by private road.

he estate extends to 23,000 acres taking in some beautiful country, Tincluding the famous Ben Wyvis, standing at a little less than 3,500 feet. Stalking is available for two rifles throughout the season and annually the estate culls around fifty stags. Salmon fishing can be arranged on the nearby River Alness and trout fishing on Loch Glass or any of the numerous hill lochs are on offer.

The lodge enjoys spectacular views across the loch. The house itself provides attractive and comfortable accommodation with the main reception rooms and bedrooms enjoying a wonderful aspect down Loch Glass. The drawing room, with open fire, and the dining room comfortably seat ten. There are five doubles and one twin bedroom together with three bathrooms and two shower rooms, as well as a study, gun room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and larder. A housekeeper is included and a cook can be arranged by prior agreement. Wyvis Lodge is under an hour’s drive from Inverness with easy access to the airport.

YOU SAY... “We all loved the house and thought that the setting was stunning. We would thoroughly recommend FROM £4,250 PER WEEK Wyvis as a beautiful and isolated location to spend a week at, where you can really get away from it all.” 36 12 Justin & Clare Grady, September 2011

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 43 Driven Partridge George Goldsmith experiences some fantastic shooting in Spain.

ast year I went to Spain to shoot and ideally two days shooting. There are partridges and I had an normally five drives a day and after each unbelievable time at drive a table is set up and you are served the LFuentelfresno, a mere 45 minutes most wonderful Tapas and drinks! Lunch from Madrid airport. This is a family is generally after the third drive, which is a shoot, which takes in several hamlets great event and a huge paella is produced in on which the owner, Carlos de Llanza the lunch room on the estate. We had pre- Mata, and his charming son-in-law, lunch drinks outside in the sunshine, which Patricio Herguido, are your hosts. was lovely. Finally, the shooting itself was Carlos’ own estate is 1500 hectares sensational! (almost 4,000 acres) and there is This family shoot is favoured by many of another 14,000 hectares (almost the royal houses of Europe and King Juan 34,000 acres) which he leases and Carlos of Spain, although no longer young, shoots over. still takes six days during the year, either You are met and collected from the airport with friends and family, or as a guest of and Patricio will make sure that your friends. The photos displayed in the lodge shotguns and paperwork are swiftly and go from Princess Caroline of Monaco (who effortlessly processed through customs. on a yearly basis takes a team of ladies to You just need to let us have the details of shoot with her), to Dutch Crown Prince your guns and the paperwork will be ready William Alexander van Oranje, and the on your arrival. You are then driven to the Grand Duke of Luxembourg. That said, it is most comfortable lodge, Fuentelfresno, very relaxed and informal and your hosts, where you stay for two or three nights Carlos and Patricio are charming. Patricio

44 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com FUENTELFRESNO

and his lovely wife speak very good English. If you are keen to book Everything in the price is included. The only some shooting in Spain or would like to discuss this additional cost is a tip to the loader and the further, please contact secretario, and a tip to the house staff. George Goldsmith on The travel to and from the airport, the gun 0131 476 6500. licenses, the paperwork, the cartridges, the delicious Tapas and all your meals, food and drinks are included in the price. If you are planning a special celebration or have reached a big birthday, there are various other activities that can be arranged. Flamenco dancing can be arranged at Fuentelfresno on your last night, which is always a great way to end your Spanish trip. Madrid is very accessible, so if the ladies are not shooting and want to spend a day being pampered, go shopping or take in the city, this is easily arranged. You might also consider spending a night in Madrid, which is what we did, before heading out to Fuentelfresno. I even managed to tuck in a run, which took me round the beautiful city park and gardens, before meeting for dinner that night!

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We have privileged access to some of the most magnificent private houses and estates in Scotland and Ireland for the ultimate house party or special celebration!

Contact the George Goldsmith team today on 0131 476 6500 for our help and advice in arranging something very special and unique. The lunch hut – Novar Estate

New Lodge, Ben Damph Estate – annual trout fishing gathering

Plating up – Glencalvie Lodge Lunch on the hill – Atholl Estates

Each year I go stalking in the Scottish Highlands with some close friends. We spend full days on the hill in a breathtaking environment that has not changed for many thousands of years. We take a lot of exercise and breathe in very clean air. We eat well and we laugh a great deal! We sleep incredibly well and feel rejuvenated after our trip. There’s nothing quite like taking ‘time out’ in our New Lodge, Ben Damph Estate – annual trout fishing gathering beautiful unspoiled land, to feed the soul! GWAG

‘Acharacle stalker’ - Dougie MacDonald, Shiel Bridge, Ardnamurchan Casting on the River Dee, Balmoral photo: Glyn Satterley

ABERDEEN & GRAMPIAN

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50 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com NEAR RATHEN, ABERDEENSHIRE ortes House is a stunning Regency mansion peacefully Clocated within five acres of grounds. It is a perfect place for a get-together with friends and family, a corporate function or even a truly elegant wedding.

The mansion has recently been refurbished to the highest standard. It sleeps twenty-four in ten bedrooms in the main house and it is also possible to rent two further bedrooms on the lower ground floor, making accommodation for a total of thirty people. For a wedding, you can celebrate with up to 65 guests in the mansion or have up to 120 in a marquee.

Cortes retains many of its original features including stunning cornices, marble fireplaces, fourteen foot ceilings and a glass- topped atrium, which is flooded with light, whatever the Scottish weather!. The sense of elegance and space is from a bygone era, while the amenities such as the vast kitchen and stunning en suite bathrooms have the latest in modern facilities. CORTES HOUSE The house is conveniently located for transport, sporting and leisure activities. It is forty-five minutes drive from Aberdeen airport, and a few miles from the beaches of the east coast. Particularly worth visiting is the famous beach where Local Hero was filmed. Nearby you can also find numerous world famous golf courses and castles galore.

FROM £3,175 PER WEEK 1 24+6

allas Lodge is a superbly comfortable and attractive family Dhome situated on a 9,000 acre estate. Beautiful gardens surround the Lodge featuring a revolving summerhouse, barbeque, tennis court and a boating pond with islands. DALLAS, MORAYSHIRE The estate has a stretch of the River Lossie for sea and brown trout fishing on either fly or bait and the Rivers Spey and Findhorn are within twenty minutes drive. Shooting may be available for grouse, pheasant, roe/red deer and rough shooting on nearby estates. The Speyside Malt Whisky Distillery Trail and historical sites such as Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor and Brodie Castles are all nearby.

Within the Lodge there is ample living space, including a dining room and games room with Sky television, wifi and table tennis. Upstairs there are three double bedrooms (one en suite), three twin bedrooms, one single bedroom, three bathrooms and one shower room. There is also an outdoor trampoline, newly DALLAS LODGE resurfaced tennis court, croquet lawn and a sports hall for indoor sports. It is requested that per house party there are no more than five children aged under ten years. Dogs are very welcome to stay in the two kennels outside. Electricity, oil, logs and housekeeping are included and good local cooks can be recommended should you require.

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0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 51 BALLATER, ROYAL DEESIDE

GLENMUICK

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The House of Glenmuick with its 14,000 acres is one of the great sporting estates of Royal Deeside. The house has a real charm and great atmosphere and is perfect for that special week, sporting holiday or celebration.

he estate offers top quality sport including driven and walked up Tgrouse shooting, red deer stalking for two rifles, roe stalking and salmon fishing on the River Dee. It is also the perfect place for a family gathering or special celebration; play golf, go pony trekking, clay pigeon shooting, cycling, quad biking, archery or simply go walking.

The house has superb views and bursts with old fashioned comfort and space; log fires gently warm the rooms. The reception hall leads into a splendid drawing room full of antiques. The large dining room is ideal for dinner parties and the magnificent games room has a full sized billiard table and table tennis table.

A range of individually designed bedrooms offer single, twin and double beds, some with en suite bathrooms. There is a large walk-in drying room and a well-equipped kitchen. Six hours of housekeeping is included for five days during your stay.

The town of Ballater is within a short distance for shops and restaurants or you may care to visit a whisky distillery or take your seat at the Highland Games.

YOU SAY... “This was our fourth year at Glenmuick with our From £7,250 + VAT per week family and the experience is still one of the best holidays that the children enjoy. Our grandchildren 4 of whom there are eleven vary in age from three 20 to sixteen and they all enjoy different parts of the holiday. As always the premises and the staff are excellent.” 52 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Richard Tapp, Kent, England Clock House Furniture Ltd Clock House Furniture The Old Stables, Overhailes Old Stables, The www.clockhouse-furniture.com www.clockhouse-furniture.com www.clockhouse-furniture.com Everything can be seen on the website: can be seen on the website: Everything Haddington, East Lothian EH41 3SB UK Haddington, Email: [email protected] Email: Antler furniture manufactured in Scotland from in Scotland from manufactured Antler furniture or contact us to discuss particular requirements. or contact us to discuss particular requirements. Tel: +44(0)1620 860968 Fax: +44(0)1620 860984 Fax: +44(0)1620 860968 Tel: Red and Fallow deer antlers. The extensive range includes includes range extensive The deer antlers. and Fallow Red chandeliers, lamps, chairs, tables, mirrors and candlesticks. mirrors tables, chairs, lamps, chandeliers, WSYDE HOUSE FA

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PRICE ON APPLICATION A Aberdeen city has a strong connection with the oil and gas Aberdeen city has a strong worldwide. industry, There are excellent opportunities in the area to take both driven There are excellent opportunities while the River Esk is renowned as grouse shooting and stalking area is famous for its golf courses, The a salmon fishing river. breathtaking beaches. excellent hill walking and garden, with tennis court, paddock and woodland extending to extending and woodland court, paddock with tennis garden, drive south of Aberdeen is situated just 25 minutes 11 acres. It House built Fawsyde drive north of Dundee. and 45 minutes Colville, and Lady of Lord formally the residence in 1835 and a owners and offers restored by its current has been lovingly entertainment, product venue for business unique yet luxurious private events. During travel and bespoke launches, incentive times, exclusive to you will remain, at all Fawsyde your stay, a country club with the comfort and combining the luxury of en- boasts seven luxurious Fawsyde privacy of your own home. public rooms, grand dining room, suite bedrooms, 4 stunning with a split level dining area, boot large contemporary kitchen cellar. room, gunroom and wine near fochabers , morayshire

GORDON CASTLE

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Gordon Castle is a very special house situated on the Lower Spey, almost equidistance between Aberdeen and Inverness. Ideal for fishing parties and special family gatherings, it is wonderful for fishers and non- fishers alike.

ordon Castle, on the lower River Spey, was historically the Gprincipal seat of the Dukes of Gordon and once the largest private house in Scotland. Now a smaller residence, history and tradition combine with 21st century comfort and convenience to give guests an exclusive private house with superbly furnished reception rooms, eight beautifully designed double bedrooms and bathrooms and two further single bedrooms. There is satellite, tv and wi-fi, a lift to the first floor, tennis court, mountain bikes to enjoy and excellent golf courses nearby. Speyside’s famous malt whisky distilleries and other famous visitor attractions are close by. The Castle is fully catered and only the very best local produce is sourced with herbs and fruit from the walled garden. The Gordon Castle and Brae Water beats on the River Spey are amongst the most famous in the world. Fishing is available to rent, along with accommodation, with beats from 3 – 6 rods, each with its own experienced ghillie. Roe stalking can be arranged as can local Partridge and Pheasant shoots. Corporate groups, private parties, weddings and special events are looked after personally by our experienced events team. YOU SAY... “Thank you so much for such a fantastic week. The staff were delightful and the refurbishment of the Castle is a credit to you all. The fishing was PRICE ON APPLICATION first class and the ghillies were excellent. The whole package was the most amazing experience and we 5 look forward to seeing you again next year.” 16 Jeremy Page, Norfolk, England

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Sporting Estates and Kerrow House, fishings and Country House Sales self catered lodges, Inverness-shire. We have successfully conducted the sales of a number of superb sporting properties and country houses, on the open market, in the Guide price £1.2M last twelve months. Our thorough knowledge of the Scottish market, and our strong links West coast, within Scotland, have quickly established our sea loch frontage. reputation as sporting property specialists. Three wonderful Our Edinburgh city centre offices, which properties with sea have a large footfall, give us a strong loch frontage coming to the market soon. presence in the city for open market sales.

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Georgian country house - Fife Large Georgian house standing in a wonderful position with far reaching views and situated in 100 acres. Walled garden, extensive outbuildings, stabling and pony paddocks. Under an hour’s drive from Edinburgh. Rental: In the region of £30,000 per annum.

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Strathmore Lodge, Strathmore Estate, Sutherland Strathmore Lodge sleeps 14 and is in a fine position overlooking the River Thurso. Strathmore Estate extends to 10,000 acres and offers walked- up grouse, red deer stalking and rough shooting. The rental includes the lodge and sport. Guide price: £30,000 per annum. Salmon fishing can be arranged on the River Thurso.

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t: +44(0)131 476 6500 • f: +44(0)131 476 6501 [email protected] • www.goldsmith-estates.com 48 North Castle Street • Edinburgh • EH2 3LU A day on the beach, Benmore Estate, Isle of Mull photo: Glyn Satterley

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FASNACLOICH

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In a quiet but accessible glen close to the sea, made famous by Robert Louis Stevenson in his book Kidnapped, lies Fasnacloich House. With wooded hills behind and views over its own loch to the mountain ridge beyond this delightful house enjoys all the benefits of remoteness and solitude expected of a highland property.

he house is surrounded by terraced lawns leading to the TFasnacloich Loch, walled gardens with more lawns and a splendid herbaceous border, beyond which lies an enchanting water garden. Azaleas, rhododendrons and daffodils are a riot of colour in the spring, and banks of mature trees including oak, beech, eucalyptus and cedar create shelter. In front of the house is a boathouse and stone jetty.

Fasnacloich House itself is furnished to a high standard and provides comfortable and easily managed accommodation ideal for a family holiday.

The local village of Port Appin has a convenient shop, a hotel, seafood restaurant and pub. Fishing may be available and other local activities include sailing and water skiing. In nearby Glencoe and the surrounding mountains there is excellent hill walking and mountaineering, and in the winter, skiing at Glencoe and Aonach Mhor.

YOU SAY... “We had a lovely time at Fasnacloich - not only FROM £3,000 PER WEEK was it a wonderful house and surrounds but we had great weather too. We were sorry to leave...” 2 12 Mrs C. Campbell, Edinburgh, Scotland

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 59 benmore estate , isle of mull

knock HOUSE

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Knock House combines the finest traditional stalking and salmon fishing with a wide range of other activities amidst the most idyllic scenery, making it the ideal destination for a comfortable and relaxing sporting, family or corporate house party.

he 17,000 acre estate has some of the finest stalking grounds in TArgyll. Most weeks, two stalking parties can be accommodated on the hill each day from mid-August onwards and twenty to twenty-five stags are taken each year. Salmon and seatrout fishing is available on both the River Ba and Loch Ba. Two clinker-built fishing boats with outboard motors can be used for sea fishing or creeling for lobster, prawn and crab in Loch na Keal, or you can take a day trip on the estate’s sea boat to watch whales or visit isolated beaches and islands around the west of Mull.

An all weather tennis court is available as well as bicycles and sailing dinghies.

A formal dining room capable of seating the whole house party, comfortable sitting rooms, and a new billiard room are just some of the rooms in the house which is let with housekeeping staff. Additional staff accommodation is available if required.

YOU SAY... “We had a magnificent holiday. The house has From £7,500 - £12,000 + VAT per week been beautifully renovated to 5 star standard and we were so well looked after by the wonderful 3 team we re-booked immediately.” 20 Marcus Rule, Hampshire, England

60 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com wonderful location on the west coast of Arran makes the AHouse of Machrie an excellent holiday home for families who like a mix of comfort and elegance as well as the great outdoors. The house combines spacious and attractive bedrooms with lots of public space, including a large sitting room with open fire, a family/TV room, a conservatory facing the sea and a separate dining room. Outside, there is an old stone barn converted to provide a games room complete with ISLE OF ARRAN bar billiards and table tennis – or even room for a dance.

There are fantastic walks, beaches, mountains and a wide variety of scenery to enjoy and if you like golf Arran has no less than seven different courses, the nearest just half a mile away. The estate has a sea boat for fishing and lobster potting (by arrangement during the season) and a spate salmon and sea trout river including a loch. There are six different stalking beats providing spectacular scenery over some 22,000 acres. DOUGARIE ESTATE An additional cottage close to the house can be rented for larger parties to accommodate up to nineteen.

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70 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com GLENISLA, PERTHSHIRE

BREWLANDS LODGE

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Brewlands Lodge was a childhood holiday home of President George W. Bush and is ideal for large family holidays or for mixed shooting weeks and weekends. The estate has recently reinstated their driven and walked-up shooting and now offers exciting mixed sporting opportunities.

rewlands Lodge is an elegant and comfortable house set within B5,000 acres bounded by the beautiful countryside of the Cairngorm National Park.

The house was one of President Bush’s favourite holiday homes and offers a spacious drawing room with open fire, library and traditional dining room, two en suite king size bedrooms, three en suite twin bedrooms, one single room, one double room, one twin and a further bathroom. Daily housekeeping is included in the rental and catering of any kind can be arranged through the resident chef who lives on the estate. There is an acre of formal garden with revolving summerhouse and hot tub, tennis court, table tennis, mountain biking and two trout lochs.

We can now offer mixed shooting packages on the Brewlands Estate, including driven and walked up pheasant, duck and partridge shooting, walked-up grouse, duck flighting and roe stalking. Red deer stalking can be arranged on the neighbouring estates. Salmon fishing can be arranged on the Rivers Isla, Tay, Blackwater and Shee and there are numerous trout lochs to fish. Clay shooting can also be organised on the estate.

For the keen golfer there are fourteen courses within an hour’s drive, including world famous St Andrews and Gleneagles. Brewlands Lodge is YOU SAY... located forty minutes from Dundee Airport, where there are daily flights from London City. Edinburgh Airport is a ninety minute drive away. “Thank you for organising the MOST spectacular time in Scotland at Brewlands Lodge. We have had a sensational stay and love the area. It is breathtakingly beautiful in From £2,400 per week every way. I am already plotting our return trip here!” 1 Jacqueline Dedell and Ira Shapiro, USA 14

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 71 LOCH RANNOCH, PERTHSHIRE amusericht Lodge is a beautifully positioned, traditional Clodge overlooking Loch Rannoch. With the atmosphere of a large Highland home, it offers a great blend of tradition, luxury and modern living. Explore the surrounding area on foot or with the keeper for a day’s stalking. Fishing and golf are also available.

The lodge is furnished with fine antiques and has beautiful reception rooms decorated in warm, intimate colours. Take the time to relax and unwind with friends and family either in front of the fire, around the swimming pool, playing snooker or enjoying a drink in the conservatory overlooking the walled garden. Above the indoor, heated pool is a billiard room.

The property has rooms for up to ten adults plus children, up to a maximum of seventeen. There are six doubles, two twins and one single bedroom, four en suite bathrooms and four family CAMUSERICHT bathrooms.

Services of a cook and housekeeper are included, as is fishing in Loch Rannoch for two rods. Dogs are welcome on the ground floor only; there are also external kennels available. There is also a helicopter landing pad.

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onichan is a charming 300 year old farmhouse set in the Cbeautiful Sma’ Glen in the centre of the 6,500 acre West Glenalmond Estate. The farmhouse is surrounded by Perthshire countryside and enjoys wonderful views across Glen Almond. The house, only seven miles from Crieff, has been beautifully renovated and redecorated to a high standard with modern conveniences such as underfloor heating and power showers.

Accommodation comprises: entrance hall, large open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room with Aga and traditional fireplace, large drawing room, utility/play room, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, and a shower room. Upstairs one double bedroom with en suite bathroom, one twin/double bedroom, one twin bedroom, and bathroom. Conichan has two Sky TVs, CONICHAN DVD player, music system and all linen is included.

Salmon fishing is available on the River Almond during the season and trout fishing can normally be made available on two estate lochans. Stalking, grouse shooting and rough shooting can also be arranged by the estate.

There is extensive hill walking, many golf courses, riding, bicycling and watersports available nearby. Many historical sites and gardens are within easy driving distance.

Dogs are welcome downstairs by prior arrangement.

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72 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com GLENLYON, PERTHSHIRE

CHESTHILL HOUSE

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Chesthill house is a traditional Scottish sporting lodge located in one of Perthshire’s quietest and most beautiful glens. The property enjoys wonderful views of the Perthshire countryside and offers very comfortable accommodation ideal for family holidays or a sporting week.

his beautiful sporting lodge offers large comfortable rooms with Topen fires and a relaxed feel. The house offers very comfortable accommodation for up to 12 adults with a small rear wing which has a single and a twin bedroom ideal for children or a cook/chef. The gardens are ideal for children to play and above the garage there is a Games Room which contains a small sized billiard table, darts, table tennis and a piano.

The fishing comprises 4.5 miles of both double and single bank fishing on the River Lyon. Last season 101 salmon were caught; the good weeks had 10 plus fish caught, while even in the less than ideal river conditions one or two were caught each week. The fishing which goes with the Lodge is for 6 rods on 3 beats (2 rods per beat). Stalking is available both on South Chesthill and neighbouring estates and there is a modest stock of grouse on the hill for walking up in August.

Also available on this estate is Inverinain Lodge. This lovely stone built Scottish country house, provides very comfortable self catering accommodation. Fully renovated, the Lodge offers very comfortable accommodation for 6 to 8 people. Fishing comprises 1.5 miles of single bank fishing on the beautiful River Lyon; the fishing is for up to INVERINIAN LODGE 4 salmon rods and for Trout. A 4x4 vehicle is useful but not essential. Occasional hind stalking can be organised.

CHESTHILL HOUSE FROM £2,750 PER WEEK YOU SAY... INVERINAIN LODGE FROM £600 PER WEEK “We enjoyed the company of your stalkers and ghillies and they went out of their way to ensure we 3 had a good time. The Lodge was ideal for us and 6-12 well presented and looked after.”

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 73 K INLOCH RANNOCH, PERTHSHIRE

CRAIGANOUR ESTATE

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Extremely comfortable accommodation for up to 18 guests and ideal for a family gathering, corporate use or a stalking week, situated in a stunning spot in the heart of Perthshire overlooking Loch Rannoch.

raiganour Estate lies to the North of Highland Perthshire, forty Cminutes drive from the A9 and Pitlochry and boasts around 21,000 acres of varied and stunning terrain.

Craiganour Lodge is a Victorian shooting lodge decorated to the highest standards and overlooking the picturesque Loch Rannoch. The Lodge can accommodate up to 18 guests in a total of 9 bedrooms, all of which are en-suite. Craiganour Lodge comprises a drawing room, dining room, common room with Sky TV and grand piano, drying room and cloakroom. Wireless broadband, internal / external telephone system and a fax machine are all available for guests’ use. Dogs are welcome in the kennels provided on site.

Craiganour Estate provides challenging red deer stalking from mid-July through to the end of the hind season in February and small walked up grouse days can be arranged in August and early September. Trout fishing is also available on Loch Rannoch.

Craiganour Lodge is let on a fully catered basis with separate accommodation for the chef, together with the services of a full-time housekeeper. YOU SAY... “We have been going to Craiganour for a FROM £5,000 PER WEEK sporting week for some eight years. It has a stunning position, unrivalled views and wonderful 5 atmosphere. Keep it to yourself!” 18 Andrew Hamilton, Hertfordshire, England

74 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com WEST GLENALMOND ESTATE, PERTHSHIRE allick forms part of the 6,500 acre West Glenalmond DEstate and is situated in an imposing position at the DALLICK entrance to the dramatic Sma’Glen in Perthshire. The house is surrounded by sixty acres of park and woods, bounded on one side by the River Almond.

Dallick is a well-presented and very welcoming home. The drawing room has a superb bay window with breathtaking views to the Breadalbane hills, the dining room is a perfect size for entertaining and the bedrooms are all comfortably decorated. Sleeping accommodation is mostly on the first floor and accessed by three separate staircases. There are six twin bedrooms, three of which are en suite, two double bedrooms, both en suite, three single bedrooms and a further two bathrooms and one shower room.

Pets are welcome on the ground floor only. Oil central heating guarantees a warm and welcoming home and logs for the open fires are included. Linen and towels are provided and extra housekeeping and catering can be arranged.

There are two lochans just below the house which are stocked with trout. Gleneagles and Carnoustie are just two of the many golf courses in the area.

FROM £3,600 PER WEEK 6 19

MEIGLE, PERTHSHIRE rumkilbo is an historic manor house, located less than an DRUMKILBO HOUSE Dhour’s drive from Edinburgh Airport, yet surrounded by the scenic grandeur of the Highlands. Originally owned by Robert the Bruce, Drumkilbo House lies amid sixteen acres of designed gardens, with two terraces and a walled garden which offers breathtaking views towards the Sidlaw Hills.

As a private family home the informal interior provides a great setting in which to relax. Within the house there is ample communal space, including a dining room seating twenty-four and a library and billiard room. Sleeping accommodation comprises one king-size bedroom, four double bedrooms, one Scottish double bedroom (four foot bed), four twin bedrooms, two single bedrooms, bunk bedroom and eight bathrooms. An outdoor pool is available between June and September and can be heated at an additional cost.

We have a civil wedding licence for the grounds or inside a marquee; and religious ceremonies can be performed in the Grand Drawing Room or anywhere in the grounds. Linen and towels and all fuel and power is included. Guide dogs welcome.

Shorter periods are available on request.

FROM £4,000 PER WEEK 7 23

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 75 dradynate House, by Aberfeldy, commands an enviable NEAR ABERFELDY, PERTHSHIRE Eposition above one of Scotland’s most famous salmon rivers, the River Tay, with spectacular views across the wooded valley.

With parts having originally been built in the 17th century, the house has been sympathetically refurbished and has a warm and sporting feel.

Within the house the large reception rooms enjoy stunning views as well as open fires. A traditional drawing room, dining room, large kitchen, breakfast room, study and gun room provide ample space and guests can play billiards and table tennis on rainy days. We also have Sky TV and wireless internet.

Upstairs there are eight large bedrooms, two shower rooms and four bathrooms. Two rooms have queen sized beds and en EDRADYNATE HOUSE suite bathrooms. There are a further two double rooms and the remaining four have twin beds.

The house has one rod on the River Tay and further fishing can be arranged if requested. Off the estate, tennis and golf are available. Loch Tay is twenty minutes away by car and offers a wealth of water sports.

FROM £3,000 PER WEEK 8 14

innettles is a magnificent Scottish Baronial castle set in the Kheart of the Angus countryside and yet is only 70 miles from Edinburgh, 56 miles from Aberdeen and just 11 miles from Dundee. The mature trees and woodland provide a beautiful backdrop to this Amazing Retreat which dates from 1802.

This impressive property is castellated and with unique architectural features is extremely imposing, whilst the panoramic views across the rolling countryside offer an unrivalled experience. Inside, the main reception rooms feature grand fireplaces and ornate plasterwork, yet a contemporary influence creates a home from home feel.

A ngus The magnificent 11 bedroom suites (two are situated in the Gate Lodge), dining room, lounge with cocktail bar and three party rooms (snooker, roulette and poker tables) make this a Kinnettles Castle very spectacular venue. Outstanding shooting and stalking are available on local estates, fish on some of the best rivers or lochs or play golf at nearby St Andrews and Carnoustie.

Alternatively let Kinnettles bring the entertainment to you. A few of the activities on offer include clay pigeon shooting, falconry, riding and casino evenings.

FROM £1,500 + VAT PER NIGHT 11 11-22

76 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com GLENISLA, PERTHSHIRE WE SAY... FORTER CASTLE Forter Castle is steeped in history and offers extremely comfortable accommodation for up to twelve guests. It’s ideal for a special occasion, an intimate wedding or a family gathering. We can offer the castle on a fully catered or self catered option.

ich in history, originally built in 1560 and subsequently partially destroyed in R1640 by the Duke of Argyll, Forter has been painstakingly and sympathetically rebuilt and renovated to modern comforts by its current owner. Set over five floors there are six bedrooms sleeping twelve comfortably, boasting luxurious comfort not spoiling its original character. The Great Hall dominated by the wonderful vast log fire and exquisite hand painted ceiling is perfect for a celebratory dinner for sixteen (or buffet for twenty six), business venue or an intimate wedding, which is complimented by the small and unique chapel on the ground floor.

Forter Castle in Glen Isla is exquisitely positioned and set against a stunning backdrop of rugged Perthshire countryside. Perfect as a sumptuous bolt hole for total relaxation or alternatively, for those wishing to participate in all the area has on offer. Forter is a convenient base for hill walking and other sporting activities. World famous golf courses such as St Andrews, Gleneagles and Rosemount are all close by .Well renowned rivers for salmon and trout fishing are on the doorstep, namely the River South Esk, the River Isla and the River Tay. Pheasant, partridge, grouse and stag shooting can all be organised nearby by arrangement. Glenshee is easily accessible for those wishing to participate in winter skiing and snowboarding.

Located forty minutes from Dundee Airport, where there are daily flights from London City. Edinburgh Airport is a ninety minute drive away.

FROM £3,250 PER LONG WEEKEND YOU SAY... FROM £4,250 PER WEEK “We had a wonderful time celebrating Kathleen and Gordon’s wedding. Just being there was a 9 unique experience. We loved it.” 12 Mrs H Standen, Edinburgh, Scotland

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 77 ENOCHDHU, PERTHSHIRE GLENFERNATE LODGE

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Glenfernate Lodge provides a superb base to enjoy peace and quiet as well as a range of outdoor pursuits including red deer stalking, trout fishing, hill- walking and bird-watching, in the most magnificent surroundings.

et within the 17,000 acre Glenfernate Estate the house boasts a Ssplendid drawing room and study with open fire, dining room, kitchen with Aga, five bedrooms with twin beds, two double bedrooms, one single bedroom, four bathrooms and a nursery. There is a full- size billiard table and table tennis table, while outside there is a tennis court and a croquet lawn. Satellite TV, wireless broadband and four hours housework each day are also included.

There are numerous golf courses nearby, as well as visitor attractions such as Blair Atholl. Red deer are common on the estate, which is also farmed for black face sheep and Highland cattle. Beinn a Ghlo, a ‘Munro’ of 3671 feet, is situated in the northern part of the estate – a challenge for the athletic. For a gentler activity, brown trout fishing is available on the estate’s private loch, complete with fishing hut and rowing boat. Wildlife is prolific in the forests and moorland. The house is only one and a half hours from Edinburgh airport and just minutes from Pitlochry and the A9.

Glenfernate is also licensed for wedding ceremonies, for those who want a venue with a real difference.

YOU SAY... FROM £4,150 PER WEEK “Thank you for your hospitality and kindness. We hope to be back next year.” 10 15 Shirine Gill, USA

78 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com R iver N orth E s k, nr M ontrose , A ngus his attractive, comfortable, modernised farmhouse has its Town delightful salmon beat on the River North Esk.

The North Esk is a well known and very productive river where salmon may be caught throughout the long season (mid- February to end October) The Gallery beat with its fast streamy waters is ideal for fly fishing. Its 5 year average catch is over 170 salmon/grilse plus 20 sea trout, and like the whole river, is on an upward trend. Gallery offers easy wading and attractive surroundings with well maintained paths and a simple, functional, fishing hut. The beat has 11 named pools and is just under 1.5 miles long. It takes 4 rods and is generally fly Mill of Balmaleedie only except in high or coloured water. The house, offers comfortable living accommodation for 9 & Gallery Fishings people (1 double, 3 twin and 1 single bedroom) with a light, spacious living room, dining room, and well equipped kitchen and utility room, as well as a rod/dog room in the steadings. The house is on the river, only 5 minutes by car from Gallery beat but would also provide excellent accommodation for shooting parties. There is fine walking and golfing available nearby for non- fishers/shooters.

£1,250 PER WEEK from £60-£120 PER rod per day 12 9 near D un k eld , PERTHSHIRE ituated near Dunkeld in Highland Perthshire, Murthly Sand Strathbraan Estates has a long tradition of sporting excellence, with high quality shooting and fishing all year round. The Estate’s natural setting and designed landscapes are irresistible to many: partridge shooting over heather, birch woods and upland; pheasant shooting in the designed landscape around Murthly Castle; and fishing on a part of the Tay that has attracted well-known artists such as Sir John Millais.

The River Tay at Murthly is where the British record salmon of 64 lbs was landed in 1922. The extensive river beats feature some of the most picturesque and peaceful salmon fishing to be had, with catch numbers (522 salmon in 2011) equalling many beats on the lower river, thanks to a combination of deep pools, shaded banks and the expert guidance of our ghillies. A day’s shooting at Murthly begins with a warm welcome at a Murthly Estate recently converted stone farm court, complete with lunch room and wood-burning stove. The wide variety of terrain here makes for a most exciting day, with shooting parties returning year after year to sample new challenges. Lunch is available either at the farm court or, if you want to make it a really special day, at Murthly Castle.

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0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 79 b RIDGE OF CALLY, PERTHSHIRE PERSIE HOUSE

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Persie provides a perfect highland Perthshire base for a large gathering of family and friends to explore this beautiful part of the world.

et in the heart of the beautiful Perthshire countryside Persie House is a Scomfortable family home located in the centre of its own stunning 1500 acre estate.

A magnificent wood panelled entrance hall welcomes you into the house which provides accommodation for between twelve and twenty four. On the first floor there are one double and five twin traditionally furnished rooms. For additional accommodation there are a further three twin rooms, one single room and a five bed dormitory at the top of the house. On the ground floor there is a large drawing room and adjoining conservatory which overlook the beautiful gardens. The dining room comfortably seats eighteen and there is also a large games room, study and well-equipped kitchen.

In the grounds of the estate guests can play tennis, shoot clays or fish for wild brown trout on the private loch. Salmon fishing and lessons are also available on the picturesque river Blackwater which runs along the eastern boundary. Shooting and stalking can be organised on one of the many local estates.

Two hours domestic assistance and logs are included but extra housekeeping and cooks can be arranged if required, as can shorter stays. Dogs are welcome in the outside kennels.

Persie house is also licenced for wedding ceremonies if you are looking for a unique venue for your special day.

PRICE ON APPLICATION YOU SAY... “One of the loveliest places I’ve stayed in – I could 14 stay here forever!” 12-24 Dorothy Platt, Bristol, England

80 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com GLENOGIL, ANGUS

REDHEUGH LODGE

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Redheugh Lodge is a Victorian hunting lodge situated in beautiful surroundings in Angus. The property enjoys wonderful views of the Angus countryside and offers very comfortable accommodation ideal for family holidays or a sporting week.

edheugh Lodge was originally a Victorian hunting lodge and its Rtimber exterior and surrounding veranda have been retained giving views over the immaculate garden to the rolling hills of Angus beyond. The house has been recently refurbished to the highest standard and antique furniture and sumptuous soft furnishings provide bright, stylish and exceedingly comfortable accommodation. The kitchen has been designed to the highest specification and provides the ideal environment for cooking family meals or larger scale catering provided by the estate chef. The elegant dining room has a table which can be extended to seat up to 20, an open fire and views over the garden and has double doors leading to the comfortable drawing room also with open fire. The nine en-suite bedrooms are all individually styled with luxurious comfort in mind and the bathrooms have either antique roll top bath or huge stylish shower.

This area of Angus has something to offer everyone from the hills of Glenogil and the nearby Glens to the beaches of the Angus coast line. Golf is available on many local courses including Brechin, Edzell, and Arbroath and Carnoustie’s Championship Course is only 30 minutes drive. Excellent fishing and shooting is available locally, including grouse, pheasants and stalking, and the North and South Esk are both close by. YOU SAY... From £3,500 per night fully catered for up to 10 “The most sensational shooting lodge I have seen for some time in an outstanding location From £3,500 - £4,500 per week self catered and decorated beautifully with the perfect mix of opulence and comfort.” 15 18 Ms C Robertson, Edinburgh, Scotland

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 81 NEAR ST ANDREWS, FIFE easses Estate is a gem in the crown of the Kingdom of Fife. TSituated in the rolling hills of north-east Fife it is an excellent location for the field sportsman. The exclusive secluded estate offers great topography for exciting driven pheasant, partridge and duck.

From mini-driven days to sporting days of 400+, the shoot is run in an efficient and relaxed manner by the two gamekeepers, a friendly staff and good-humoured beating team.

Walked-up snipe, woodcock and wood pigeon shooting and evening duck flighting are on offer. Trout fishing, roe deer stalking and clay pigeon shooting are also on the estate.

Teasses The Teasses Bothy provides a unique atmosphere with a cosy pot-bellied stove and plenty of drams, where impromptu ceilidhs have been known to happen!

The very comfortable shooting lodge is available for lunches on the more formal days, with facilities to seat up to 14 people.

PRICE ON APPLICATION 16 GLENISLA, PERTHSHIRE

TULCHAN LODGE

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Get up on the Tulchan high ground and just take in that view! At over 3,500 ft it doesn’t get much better. Superb stag and hind stalking and walked-up shooting are available. Tulchan Lodge is very comfortable and a cook is included in the rental.

ulchan extends to just over 15,000 acres and offers prime stalking Tfor two rifles. The lodge is situated at the end of a private single track road and sheltered by old birch and pine trees. The oldest part was built in Victorian times and the main drawing room features al fresco stalking scenes by J.G. Millais. It has been recently refurbished and is very comfortable with eight bedrooms and six bathrooms. It overlooks a lovely garden and there are spectacular views around the estate, especially from the high ground.

Tulchan holds good numbers of red deer on its ground and culls around 100 stags per year. It can also offer walked-up shooting for grouse, ptarmigan and white hare. For smaller parties of up to four guests, Swiss Cottage is available. Guests can use a lovely conservatory and the large kitchen of the main house to eat in. Swiss Cottage is let to include the services of a cook.

YOU SAY... “The estate and its Lodge were simply fantastic and everything I had personally hoped for. I am very grateful to have been able to spend FROM £5,100 PER WEEK INC COOK my 40th Birthday with some of my closest friends in such a wonderful location.” 17 Darren Robinson, October 2011 14

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 83 dreaming about fishing By Tom Fort “...But fish there must be; without the fish the dream is something else.”

84 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com dreaming reaming about fishing is the next best thing to fishing itself. We all doit– particularly when we sit down with our diaries and plan the intoxicating excursions about for the year ahead. These dreams may take us to a lonely sea-trout loch or some rocky Highland spate river; to the Spey or the Tay or the Tweed. The dreams are Drich and complex, and the part that fish play in them will vary. But fish there must be; without fishing the fish the dream is something else. Yet how often do we think about the fish – whether salmon, sea-trout or trout? About how they come to be there and the pressures on them? I am inviting you to spare a few moments to do just that, and to think about an organisation whose reason for being is to ensure that the day will never come when the dream dies. The Salmon and Trout Association is a charity that strives to defend and protect and enhance rivers and still-waters across this country so that they may continue to give joy and sport to this generation and generations to come. Much of the S and TA’s recent focus has been on challenging the impact of Scotland’s salmon-farming industry on salmon and sea-trout fisheries. Those who know and love the wild places of the west and north-west coast will not need telling how damaging this has been. Now, at long last – mainly thanks to the work of the S and TA’s lawyer Guy Linley-Adams – the farming industry is being forced to confront its record and look at ways to reform its practices. This kind of campaigning work – based on solid scientific research and authoritative lobbying – is essential. With the growing pressures on our aquatic environments in all parts of the country, there is a desperate need for more of it. But it does not come cheap. The S and TA needs more members to give it more muscle, and more money so it can campaign even more effectively. So if you are not a member of the Association I urge you to become one. Please go the website - www.salmon-trout.org - to get an idea of the work the Association does. It is a simple matter to join through the website. I would also ask you to consider making a donation to further the work of the Association. u

FIND OUT MORE:

Salmon and Trout Association Admin Office PO Box 1301 Maidstone ME14 9PX

www.salmon-trout.org email: [email protected] Tel: 020 7283 5838

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 85 Ponies on Assynt Estate, Sutherland

Getting Ready for the River, Glencalvie

Morning cleaning, Glencalvie Lodge Glenlyon House - The shooting party & beaters gather

The Shoot Room - Glenlyon Estate Tel: 0131 226 4202 e-mail: [email protected] 14 Alva Street Edinburgh EH2 4QG

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INVERARITY ONE TO ONE IN GLASGOW 185a Bath Street, Glasgow G2 4HU Tel: 0141 221 5121 10am-6pm, Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday www.inverarity121.com

Cellared, ready and waiting. Inverarity One to One are proud to be associated with George Goldsmith. We would be delighted to supply a personal selection of fine wines from our extensive portfolio, delivered in advance to give you an extra warm welcome. GUNMAKERS SALES & REPAIRS

At John Dickson & Son we offer bespoke made to measure shotguns, and a large range of new & Pre-owned guns to suit every budget.

We also offer full Gunsmithing facilities on all shotguns & rifles of any make, from General repairs & Servicing to Restocking & Re-barreling.

We also offer for sale: • Shotgun Cartridges • Rifle Ammunition • Cleaning accessories • Clothing • and everything else the shooting enthusiast requires

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John Dickson & Son 21 Frederick Street Edinburgh EH2 2NE 0131 225 4218

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[email protected] 0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 91 Drumlanrig Castle, Dumfries & Galloway photo: Glyn Satterley

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Dundee 1 AIKWOOD TOWER 2 BROXMOUTH Perth St Andrews 3 CARNELL MANSION HOUSE 4 CAVENS 5 GREEN CRAIG Stirling 6 HOSCOTE HOUSE 7 JUNCTION HOUSE 5 2 Edinburgh 8 8 LENNOXLOVE 9 RAEHILLS Glasgow

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92 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com S el k ir k, cottish B orders ituated just 40 miles south of Edinburgh in the ancient Shunting grounds of Mary Queen of Scots, Aikwood Tower has recently been refurbished by leading interior designers, providing the perfect ambiance for a quiet retreat or special celebration. With a roaring fire in the great hall, conversation swirling around the vaulted dining room, fun and games in the laich hall and a beautiful south-facing walled garden, Aikwood Tower is ideal for house parties recounting old memories and creating new ones. There are five en-suite twin / double bedrooms, each with Duxiana beds, hailed as ‘the most technologically advanced sleep system in the world’. Country sports enthusiasts are well catered for, with the neighbouring Bowhill Estate offering exceptional driven partridge and pheasant shooting and trout fishing on its secluded loch. The Ettrick Water, a tributary of the legendary salmon fishing River Tweed, flows by the tower offering excellent conditions, especially in late season. The River Tweed itself is AIKWOOD TOWER better for earlier in the year. High class facilities for mountain bikers, horse riders, golfers, tennis players, walkers and ornithologists are all nearby, ensuring there is something for everyone during a trip to the Scottish Borders. Aikwood Tower is also the perfect venue for small weddings, business meetings and activity retreats with its staff as hands-on or discreet as required.

FROM £2,250 PER WEEK 1 10/11 NEAR K ILMARNOC , AYRSHIRE arnell originally belonged to the Wallace family, ancestors Cof the present owners. The estate sits amidst 2000 acres of prime agricultural land and the house itself is surrounded by extensive parkland and mature gardens.

Carnell is an ideal venue for weddings, golfing holidays, private family gatherings, board meetings etc for up to twenty people. There is a full-time staff and produce from the estate is used.

Carnell has ten double/twin rooms all with their own bathrooms. The fabulous drawing room has a grand piano There is a formal dining room seating twenty and a vaulted dining room seating twelve. This dining room is where the Protestant Reformer, John Knox, is said to have preached in the sixteenth century.

Carnell also has a library/TV room, large hall, a billiard room, a hard tennis court and a large pond with small jetty for trout CARNELL MANSION HOUSE fishing in the grounds. Clay pigeon shoots, shooting lessons and fishing can all be arranged. Spectacular driven pheasant and partridge shooting is available also.

Turnberry is thirty miles away and Royal Troon and Prestwick are twelve miles away. Prestwick Airport is fifteen minutes by car.

FROM £200 PPPN 3 20

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 93 DUNBAR, EAST LOTHIAN

BROXMOUTH

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This elegant Georgian mansion built in 1775 by the Duke of Roxburghe as a home for the Dowager Duchess is surrounded by its own beautiful parkland, woodland and lake, ensuring total privacy.

roxmouth has seen some famous visitors; Queen Victoria stayed Bhere in 1878 and planted a tree in the garden in memory of her beloved Albert. The house has recently undergone major refurbishment to provide luxurious accommodation: eight double/ twin en suite bedrooms, each uniquely decorated and furnished and a further nine bedrooms available in the Head Gardener’s Cottage and Bridge House, both within walking distance of the main house. The formal dining room will seat fifty and guests can relax in the library or drawing room after dinner in front of the open fire. Other facilities include a billiard and cinema room for the ultimate relaxation. The house is fully catered and staffed. The house and grounds are perfect for weddings, family parties, corporate groups and special celebrations.

There is also direct access from the grounds to the Dunbar links course for the keen golfer. Broxmouth is located thirty-five miles from the centre of Edinburgh and regular trains run to Dunbar, five minutes from the house.

YOU SAY... From £7,000 for 2 nights “An amazing house where we truly felt at home. Each and every room was a pleasure to be in and 2 the attention to detail was awe-inspiring.” 32 Lisa and Kitty, Berkshire, England

94 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com K IR BEAN, DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY et in 20 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Cavens is San intimate country house with a sense of warmth, relaxation CAVENS and well-being. Built in 1752 by the influential tobacco baron Sir Richard Oswald, Cavens was so dear to his family that it remained in their name for over 200 years.

The owners Jane & Angus Fordyce will personally host you and will make you feel totally at home. They believe that everyone deserves a little luxury, a little indulgence in their busy lives and in the public rooms and bedrooms, guests are offered just that. Cavens is the ideal venue for a luxurious sporting week, where you will enjoy the highest levels of service. Cavens is also available for a one or two night stay; perfect for an evening celebration with family and friends.

Guests are encouraged to treat Cavens as their own place in the country. For further accommodation on the estate, Ash Lodge sleeps eight and Gate Lodge sleeps six enabling Cavens to accommodate a maximum party of twenty eight.

Cavens is also available for small intimate weddings.

Fully CATERED FROM £1,500 PER NIGHT SELF CATERED FROM £3,500 PER WEEK LODGE FROM £400 PER WEEK 4 14+6+8

reen Craig rests on the shores of Gosford Bay on the A berlady GForth coast, just 30 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh. A beautiful house situated on the Gosford Estate nestled between Craigielaw and Kilspindie golf courses. The extensive gardens surround the house with stunning views and direct access onto the beach allowing for sea shore activities and some of the best wild life watching in the country. , E ast L othian

East Lothian is Edinburgh’s golfing coastline - including Muirfield host to The Open in 2013. As well as packages for Craigielaw and free use of its practice facilities - tee times for other courses can be booked on your behalf. There are plenty of other leisure activities on offer in the region, from country pursuits, sightseeing tours, castles, museums, and with Edinburgh on your doorstep you have access to one of the Green Craig great cultural cities of Europe. Green Craig is spacious, bright and very comfortable. The house offers a double ended sitting room with satellite TV, DVD, the beautiful paneled dining room with marble fireplace is the ideal room for celebrations and can seat up to 40 guests, complimented by the large kitchen. Additional amenities include guest office and golf storage. All six, en-suite, twin or king size double bedrooms have sea views.

From £5,800 per week fully catered From £900 per day fully catered 5 12

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 95 NEAR HAWIC K , RO X BURGHSHIRE

HOSCOTE HOUSE

WE SAY... Hoscote provides luxury accommodation in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Ideal for a house party, a family gathering or a holiday, Hoscote is within easy reach from the south and just 1.5 hours from Edinburgh.

oscote House sits within 450 acres of private and secluded Hwoodland, grassland and moorland, providing luxury accommodation in the heart of the Scottish Borders. With a wide range of activities available, Hoscote is the perfect setting for private house parties, weddings, corporate hospitality and informal sporting weekends.

Built in 1858, Hoscote House can comfortably accommodate twenty guests in nine beautifully appointed bedrooms, five of which are en- suite. As well as a large dining room which can seat up to forty, there is a peaceful south-facing drawing room, a snug, games room, office facilities and a good sized conservatory. The kitchen is remarkably well-equipped with a four-oven Aga, separate electric oven and hob, several fridges, freezers and the all important wine fridge and ice machine.

All guests at Hoscote House have access to The Dairy which houses the sauna, fitness room and outdoor hot tub. There are also three estate cottages offering accommodation for an additional fifteen guests.

YOU SAY... PRICE ON APPLICATION “Thank you for a spectacular and memorable week. We’ll never forget this special place”. 6 40 Jodie & Nick Davies, Scotland

96 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Kelso , B orders

junction HOUSE

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The owners of Junction House have done a wonderful job of renovating and presenting this property. The setting incorporates the most beautiful views over the river and the thriving town of Kelso is just a short walk away. You will feel immediately at home here; it is ideal for fishing guests or for small family parties wishing to escape.

unction House is a newly-renovated, three bedroom house on the Jbanks of the River Tweed in Kelso. Beautifully refurbished – the owner works for a local interior designer – it is equipped to an extremely high standard. Outside, a fabulous tiered garden with different levels affords magnificent views over the river, as does the south-facing roof terrace.

For fishers, the house is very convenient for the famous Junction beat and is close to several other classic beats including Floors, Sprouston and Carham. There is also an excellent selection of reasonably-priced fishing towards Melrose and on the Teviot, Till and Whiteadder nearby.

The house has a lovely rural feel but is situated very close to Kelso, one of the most attractive and unspoilt towns in the Borders with a great range of pubs and restaurants. The owners Charlie and Rachel make every effort to make you feel welcome, including a very delicious welcome gift of home baking which we at George Goldsmith just love!

YOU SAY... “Junction House is a wonderful holiday home, a beautiful house in a superb location. The owners FROM £750 PER WEEK are fantastic hosts and really made us feel at home. We loved the home made carrot cake and biscuits 7 waiting for us when we arrived, such a treat after a 6 long week at work. We’d highly recommend a visit.” Louise Halstead, Edinburgh, Scotland

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 97 HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN

LENNOXLOVE HOUSE

WE SAY... Lennoxlove is the perfect destination. The warmest of welcomes and attentive service awaits you. Delicious homemade scones for afternoon tea in front of roaring log fires, a decadent dinner in the majestic Great Hall, and finally, a peaceful sleep in one of the sumptuous beds.

ennoxlove House, privately owned by the Duke and Duchess of LHamilton, is situated twenty miles from Edinburgh, in the heart of East Lothian, just outside Haddington. Surrounded by 460 acres of private parkland, this five star exclusive use venue is the perfect setting for your family celebration, weekend break or corporate event, combining the highest standard of service with impeccable style, seclusion and utmost discretion.

Guests can experience the tumultuous history in the different rooms – from the Great Hall to the twentieth Century room. Our eleven bedrooms are all equipped with unique state of the art facilities and coupled with original features, provide a refreshing and relaxing stay.

Why not spend the afternoon racing round our own quad biking track, followed by drinks in front of the fire in the Oak Room? Dinner will then be served in the sumptuous Great Hall and then you can retire and sample some of our own labeled whisky.

A home from home experience.

We look forward to welcoming you.

YOU SAY... “A fabulous weekend; the house is amazing and From £2,500 on an exclusive basis to include BREAKFAST the staff could not have been more helpful. If only we had more time to stay longer!’ 8 22 Mr Dolan, Glasgow, Scotland

98 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com ANNANDALE, DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

raehills

WE SAY... Raehills is steeped in history and home to Lord Johnstone, son and heir of the eleventh Earl of Annandale, and his young family. A warm welcome awaits you in this grand home.

aehills sleeps sixteen in eight luxurious bedrooms. This ancestral Rhome is ideal for a special occasion, large family gathering or even a wedding. For the Gun, the Estate offers some fantastic driven pheasant shooting. Visitors will feel at home relishing the warmth of log fires, enjoying a book from the library, or playing a game of billiards. Wifi is available for those needing to stay in touch with the real world and well behaved dogs are always welcome.

There is further accommodation in Auld Laundry Cottage and Auld Bothy Cottage within the gardens of Raehills, sleeping a further 8 guests.

Raehills enjoys its own stretch of the River Annan for salmon, sea trout and wild brown trout fishing. Driven pheasant shooting, clay pigeon shooting, falconry, horse riding, tennis and walking are all available on the estate, with golfing nearby.

From £2,300 + VAT per night YOU SAY... “An incredible experience! We especially enjoyed 9 the beauty of the wildlife.” 16 Michael Luzich, USA

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 99 Blanefield House Greywalls Hotel Holm House Inverlochy Castle Hotel An exquisite private house close to some of An architectural gem just outside Edinburgh, next to Luxurious hideaway on the stunning Glamorgan “I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot” Scotland’s finest golf and fishing Muirfield golf course, with a celebrated restaurant coast, a stone’s throw from Cardiff’s culture – Queen Victoria, writing about Inverlochy Castle in 1873

Opening Summer 2012

Inver Lodge Hotel Rocpool Reserve Hotel Alladale Wilderness Reserve The Atholl Dramatically located overlooking Loch Inver in A five-star boutique urban retreat on the Spectacular luxury wilderness lodge in the Edinburgh’s most exclusive address the northwest Highlands of Scotland, amid edge of Inverness, gateway to the Highlands, Scottish Highlands some of the greatest sporting and fishing territory with a restaurant run by Albert Roux in the country icm i ICMI is a collection of some of the finest hotel gems in Europe. icmi.co.uk The Collection

ICMI_GOLDSMITH.indd 2-3 25/01/2012 11:14 Blanefield House Greywalls Hotel Holm House Inverlochy Castle Hotel An exquisite private house close to some of An architectural gem just outside Edinburgh, next to Luxurious hideaway on the stunning Glamorgan “I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot” Scotland’s finest golf and fishing Muirfield golf course, with a celebrated restaurant coast, a stone’s throw from Cardiff’s culture – Queen Victoria, writing about Inverlochy Castle in 1873

Opening Summer 2012

Inver Lodge Hotel Rocpool Reserve Hotel Alladale Wilderness Reserve The Atholl Dramatically located overlooking Loch Inver in A five-star boutique urban retreat on the Spectacular luxury wilderness lodge in the Edinburgh’s most exclusive address the northwest Highlands of Scotland, amid edge of Inverness, gateway to the Highlands, Scottish Highlands some of the greatest sporting and fishing territory with a restaurant run by Albert Roux in the country icm i ICMI is a collection of some of the finest hotel gems in Europe. icmi.co.uk The Collection

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BALLINACURRA

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Set within a walled garden and surrounded by forty acres of woodland and lawns, this elegant country mansion brings back old- world opulence and personal service in a unique and totally private environment.

wners Des and Lisa McGahan have focused on creating OIreland’s premier private estate for exclusive hire, a mere twenty minutes by road from Cork International Airport.

The house can accommodate up to fifty-two in its twenty-two individually-themed en suite rooms, fourteen in the main, four bedroom traditional stone cottage and four bedroom coach house. It is let with its own staff on an exclusive, fully catered basis. The capacity of the ballroom for a sit-down dinner is fifty and it can accommodate ninety-six in the garden room.

Magnificent south-facing walled gardens feature an outdoor entertainment patio, croquet lawn, playground, helipad, picnic lawn, stream and pond, which leads down to woods and a small boat jetty on the Bandon River estuary.

Nearby is Kinsale, Ireland’s culinary capital which boasts sailing from one of the country’s most beautiful natural harbours. Equally famous is the spectacular Old Head Golf Links.

YOU SAY... “What you offer here is truly special. Anyone looking for something personal, different, private, and family friendly - this is your place! You, your PRICE ON APPLICATION staff, and your home made our trip what is was.... unforgettable.” 1 52 Jeannie O’Donnell, Heckman, Omaha Nebraska USA

0131 476 6500 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 103 C ounty LAOIS

BALLYFIN

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Ballyfin offers the very best of Irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable and is only 1hr 30mins drive from Dublin Airport and 1hr 45 mins from Shannon Airport. Come and enjoy life in one of the greatest country houses in Ireland.

t Ballyfin, stone walls enclose 600 acres of parkland, a lake and Aancient woods, delightful garden buildings, follies and grottoes. With only fifteen rooms, two of which are suites, for the 600 acre estate, it is the perfect place for a break from the stresses of the modern world and provides discretion and privacy like few other destinations.

The house has long been admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in Ireland and, after eight years of restoration, Ballyfin re-opened in May 2011 as a small country house hotel like no other. It offers the very best of Irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable.

There are six reception rooms including an 80 foot library with roaring log fires and collections of rare books. Wine and whiskey tastings, music recitals and art and architectural tours of the house are among the activities offered but they can also provide tailor-made activities to suit your requirements.

There is a fully equipped gym, an indoor pool and treatment rooms with highly trained therapists all allowing you to unwind, restore and invigorate the body.

Among the outdoor activities offered at Ballyfin are coarse fishing on the lake, which has a large stock of roach and pike, croquet, clay pigeon YOU SAY... shooting, tennis, archery and falconry. “A stay at Ballyfin gives one total relaxation, total pampering, total attentiveness from a staff that is real, that is local, that is interested and interesting. Ballyfin is not just a place of unsurpassed elegance, history, PRICE ON APPLICATION attention to detail and to the guests comfort, it is also a state of mind. You lose yourself there. It is a place for walks, for conversation, for fine 2 dining, swimming and thinking - Ballyfin is an eye opener.” 29 Ovation Vacations, New York

104 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com Killavullen , C ounty or k allymacmoy stands in 23 acres and sits on a rocky Bpromontory overlooking the River Blackwater on the edge of Killavullen village, which is 25 minutes from Cork. There are 3.5 miles of salmon fishing available on the River Blackwater, which runs right past the house and grounds. Fishing is available for 3 to 4 rods and the best time to fish is from July onwards. A ghillie is available for the first three days to show guests the water.

It is the house of origin of Richard Hennessy who moved to France in 1720 and created the famous Cognac company. The house is still owned and occupied by his french descendants. Ballymacmoy is a listed Regency house and it has been completely refurbished in 2008/2009. It now offers very comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests, complete with Wi-Fi connection and satellite TV! There are three double bedrooms and two twin bedrooms, all with their own en-suite Ballymacmoy bathrooms. On the ground floor there is a library, a large sitting room, large dining room and a well equipped kitchen and all the fireplaces are in good working order on the ground floor.

The house is available for weekly lets throughout the summer as well as short breaks throughout the year. Ballymacmoy can be taken on a self catered or catered basis. A local cook is available to cook meals on an adhoc basis, which might suit some parties very well. PRICE ON APPLICATION 3 10 C ounty WIC K LOW ug a’ Lágha (Luggala) is a unique, secluded and private Lplace within 5,000 acres of the stunning Wicklow Mountains, LUGGALA just twenty-eight miles from Dublin.

Luggala has recently been renovated and offers very comfortable accommodation for eleven, with dining space for up to sixteen. Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms (one with en suite), one twin bedroom, one single bedroom, two bathrooms and separate WC. There is a further double bedroom with en suite overlooking the Courtyard which benefits from its own entrance. A housekeeper is included and guests can be collected at the airport by a chauffeur-driven 1955 Rolls Royce. There is also a full-time agent who will be your guide on the estate.

Luggala has its own boat and guests may use this for trout fishing on Loch Té. Sika deer stalking can be arranged and the occasional walked-up grouse in the Irish season offers the chance of completing the Wicklow MacNab – a stag, brace of grouse and brown trout.

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Darkwood Beach in Antigua C aribbean erfect Sunshine is a stunning villa on the beautiful PCaribbean island of Antigua. Recently built, it has a glorious 50 ft private pool, 5 stylish bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and huge living space, perfect for up to 11 people. Luxury abounds, with designer furniture and hand-picked decorations throughout. There are extensive terraces – one to the East to watch the sunrise and another to the West, where, cocktail in hand, you can see dramatic crimson sunsets!

The master bedroom is vast, with a triple aspect view and a huge 4 poster bed. The bathroom is of travertine marble and again there is a triple aspect view, a whirlpool bath and a wet- room shower.

The sitting and dining room are very spacious with vaulted Perfect Sunshine, ceilings adding to the airiness of the room. The kitchen is the Antigua latest in Italian design, with top of the range appliances. The villa sits inside a gated luxury resort with a fabulous restaurant, beautiful beach and superb sailing school with rental facilities. The villa has air conditioning, but as it stands on a hill, there is generally a lovely sea breeze.

Located just half an hour from the airport, this villa is a true find!

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106 GEORGE GOLDSMITH 2012/13 www.georgegoldsmith.com HIGHLAND SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

THE DALMORE DISTILLERY VISITOR EXPERIENCE If you enjoy the finer things that Scotland has to offer, what better way to complete your experience than with the pleasure its finest whisky can bring. By simply enjoying a glass or two in the evening, visiting the distillery or hosting your own private tasting session, The Dalmore has a variety of options for your guests to enjoy. Dinner and tours can be arranged at the distillery or why not pre-order a few bottles for delivery at your lodge before you arrive. For further information on how we can create a bespoke experience during your visit here, please contact: Shauna Jennens, Dalmore Distillery Ambassador.

The Dalmore Distillery, Alness, Ross-shire, Scotland, IV17 0UT Tel: 01349 882 362 | [email protected] | thedalmore.com A Hume.indd 1 22/12/11 09:50:03

cotland’s largest antiques warehouse is located in a converted whisky bond in Shistoric Leith. With 50,000sq ft over five floors we offer a wide range of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian furniture, as well as continental and small decorative items.

Our stock is constantly changing. We have friendly staff on hand to help you find what you are looking for or you can view our website which shows some of our comprehensive range.

Georgian Antiques Tel: 0131 553 7286 10 Pattison Street Web: www.georgianantiques.net Leith Links Email:[email protected] Edinburgh EH6 7HF OPENING TIMES Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm incl. lunchtime Saturdays: 10:00am - 2:00pm a personal service, matching you with the ideal cook, creating that perfect holiday

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1. George Goldsmith is the letting agent for the owners of 7. Payments may be made by any of the following methods:- 9. George Goldsmith/the estate/property owner reserve the sporting estates and properties advertised within our the right to charge interest on any sums which are not brochures and website. 7.1 By Sterling bank transfer to:- paid when due in accordance with the foregoing or the GEORGE GOLDSMITH relevant invoice at the rate of 2 per cent above the Bank Subject to acceptance of your booking, and payment Bank of Scotland of Scotland base rate from time to time. as required below, you will enter into a contract with the 600 Gorgie Road owner of the estate or property concerned, the principal Edinburgh 10. All sportsmen must have third party insurance against terms of which will be set out in a Tenancy Agreement. EH11 3PX sporting accidents.

2. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the ACCOUNT NO: 00841643 11. All instructions and decisions given by stalkers, keepers particulars of the estates and properties contained in our SORT CODE: 80-22-60 and ghillies will be final and must be followed. Failure to websites and brochures are accurate at the time of going IBAN: GB16BOFS80226000841643 comply with such instructions or decisions may result in to print, no representation is given as to their accuracy IBAN BIC: BOFSGBS1SDP the cancellation of the rest of the tenancy. and they do not form part of any contract. 7.3 By cheque drawn on a UK bank 12. Where required it may be a condition of the tenancy that 3. On acceptance of a booking, the let will be provisionally 7.4 By banker’s draft returns of game taken be made to George Goldsmith reserved in your name and an invoice for 50% of the within seven days of the end of the tenancy. rental will be sent out, together with a tenancy agreement. All payments must be made in Sterling or Euros for the Payment should be sent to George Goldsmith and European rentals. Bank charges arising from the transfer of received within 10 days, or by the ‘Payment due’ date, on funds will be payable by the tenant. HOW TO BOOK the invoice, to confirm the booking. Simply telephone us on 0131 476 6500 to discuss your 8. In the event of cancellation of a booking, if the tenancy desired week, fortnight or holiday period and we will confirm 4. An invoice for the balance of the rental will be sent out can be re-let, you will be liable only to pay the difference availability. 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the tenancy, and between the rental achieved on re-letting (which may be A deposit of 50% is then required to confirm your booking or this must be settled within 10 days, or 6 weeks prior to the at a reduced rate) and the rental you agreed to pay, plus the full amount is required if within 6 weeks of the entry date. commencement of the tenancy. an administration fee. If this difference is less than the sums you have already paid, an appropriate refund will be 5. If a booking is made less than 8 weeks prior to the made. If the difference is greater than the sums you have DAMAGE DEPOSITS commencement of the tenancy, the total rental will be already paid you will be invoiced for the shortfall. If the The majority of our properties require a damage deposit of due 6 weeks prior to the commencement of the tenancy. tenancy cannot be re-let, you will remain liable to pay the £500.00, which is refundable after your stay. full amount of the agreed rental. We therefore recommend 6. Failure to comply with items 3, 4 or 5 above may result that you insure against cancellation. We very much look forward to being of assistance with your in cancellation of the booking and George Goldsmith booking and look forward to hearing from you. reserves the right to re-let without further notice. SCOTLAND’S SPORTING & PROPERTY SPECIALISTS GEORGE GOLDSMITH | HOUSES CASTLES SPORTING ESTATES

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